A thin layer on the face can help prevent loss of moisture in the skin caused by evaporation. (100percentpure.com)
Higher temperatures lead to increased rates of evaporation, including more loss of moisture through plant leaves. (nca2014.globalchange.gov)
The Basset's heavy ear leather prevents loss of moisture from inside the ear, and if not cleaned out, odor and / or infection can result. (potomacbhc.org)