Where Do Moisturizers Come from?

Most moisturizers are water-based lotions, creams, gels and serums. They contain ingredients that draw water into the skin (humectants) — such as glycerin, lactic acid or urea — and others that smooth the skin (emollients) — such as lanolin, sunflower oil and jojoba oil.

Who invented moisturizer?

The first facial moisturizer (1100s): Hildegard of Bingen, also known as Saint Hildegard, invented a soon-widespread recipe for softness in Germany.

What is the history of moisturizer?

The earliest evidence of the use of lotion-type salves can be traced as far back as 3000 B.C to the Ancient Sumerians and the Ancient Egyptians. ¹Of course, back then everything was made of natural ingredients such as animal fats, oils and honey.