Glycerin
Our database has 2294 products that contain Glycerin.
Ingredient Description
An organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic compound that has antimicrobial and antiviral properties. It acts a humectant in skincare products, meaning it helps skin retain moisture by pulling moisture from the air.
Alternate names: Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane
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Products With Glycerin:
Ingredient Functions
| Humectant | A substance that promotes retention of moisture. |
| Skin Conditioning | to hydrate and soften skin |
| Skin Protecting | to keep skin from being damaged to a certain degree |
| Solvent | Capable of dissolving another substance. |
CosIng Data
- CosIng ID: 34040
- INCI Name: GLYCERIN
- INN Name: glycerol
- EC #: Â 200-289-5
- Ph. Eur. Name: glycerolum
- All Functions: Denaturant, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling