occlusive
adjective
oc·clu·sive
ə-ˈklü-siv 
-ziv
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Using deeply hydrating products, such as Eighth Day Skin’s Regenerative Serum, and occlusive moisturizers with ceramides and lipids that enhance the skin’s barrier function before clipping into your bindings is also key.
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Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 17 Jan. 2026
The key to these nourishing exfoliators is often sugar granules that gently buff flakes away; at the same time, moisturizing emollients and occlusive ingredients soften lips and lock in moisture.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 7 Jan. 2026
The hallmark of every overnight shed or self-care day, the best face hydrogel masks create a hydrating, occlusive environment that helps the skin absorb active ingredients more effectively.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
These are occlusive ingredients that help to seal in moisture and can also reduce inflammation caused by wind and sun.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
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Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 17 Jan. 2026
The key to these nourishing exfoliators is often sugar granules that gently buff flakes away; at the same time, moisturizing emollients and occlusive ingredients soften lips and lock in moisture.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 7 Jan. 2026
The hallmark of every overnight shed or self-care day, the best face hydrogel masks create a hydrating, occlusive environment that helps the skin absorb active ingredients more effectively.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
These are occlusive ingredients that help to seal in moisture and can also reduce inflammation caused by wind and sun.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
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“Occlusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/occlusive. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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