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  2. Hygroscopy - Wikipedia

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    For the hilum to close, this moisture needs to exceed some minimum level (14–25% for these species). [19] While the hilar valve is open (i.e., low outer humidity) if the humidity suddenly increases, the moisture tension reaches that protective threshold and the hilum closes, preventing moisture (liquid water) from entering.

  3. Skin maceration - Wikipedia

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    Maceration is defined as the softening and breaking down of skin resulting from prolonged exposure to moisture. It was first described by Jean-Martin Charcot in 1877. [1] [2] Maceration is caused by excessive amounts of fluid remaining in contact with the skin or the surface of a wound for extended periods.

  4. Skin care - Wikipedia

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    Skin care cosmetics at a pharmacy. Skin care or skincare is the practice of maintaining and improving the health and appearance of the skin. It includes washing, moisturizing, protecting from the sun, and treating skin problems like acne and dryness. Skin care can help prevent infections and irritation and is an important part of daily hygiene.

  5. Bound, Gagged and Blindfolded - Wikipedia

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    Bound, Gagged and Blindfolded is the debut full-length album by American groove metal band Skinlab. It was recorded at Hyde Street Studios in San Francisco, California, and was produced by Andy Sneap. The album was released July 8, 1997, and re-issued with bonus material in October 2007.

  6. Moisturizer - Wikipedia

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    They absorb water from humid air (when >70% humidity) to moisturize the skin. More commonly, however, they draw out water from the dermis into the epidermis, making deeper skin dryer. [6] When used in practical applications, humectants are combined with occlusives. [7] Moisturizers commonly contain water, which acts as a temporary hydration ...

  7. Transepidermal water loss - Wikipedia

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    From a clinical standpoint, TEWL measurements are of great importance in evaluating skin barrier functionality. [2] Often normal rates of TEWL – from 2.3 g/(m 2 h) to 44 g/(m 2 h) [ 3 ] – are compromised due to injury, infection and/or severe damage as in the case of burns causing rates over 50 or even over 100 g/m 2 /h. [ 4 ]

  8. List of books bound in human skin - Wikipedia

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    A copy of De integritatis et corruptionis virginum notis kept in the Wellcome Library, believed to be bound in human skin Anthropodermic bibliopegy —the binding of books in human skin—peaked in the 19th century. The practice was most popular amongst doctors, who had access to cadavers in their profession. It was nonetheless a rare phenomenon even at the peak of its popularity, and ...

  9. Fluid balance - Wikipedia

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    The recommended daily amount of drinking water for humans varies. [1] It depends on activity, age, health, and environment.In the United States, the Adequate Intake for total water, based on median intakes, is 4.0 litres (141 imp fl oz; 135 US fl oz) per day for males older than 18, and 3.0 litres (106 imp fl oz; 101 US fl oz) per day for females over 18; it assumes about 80% from drink and 20 ...