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Polyglycerin-3

Explained

Polyglycerin-3 is a 3-unit glycerin polymer.

Like glycerin, this ingredient is a humectant. Humectants help hydrate your skin by drawing water to it.

Having moisturized skin helps improve the skin barrier. Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.

See all 985 products with Polyglycerin-3

Users who like it
96%
Users who avoid it
4%

What it does

Humectant A substance that promotes retention of moisture.

Prevalence

Uncommon Percentage of products that contain it
1.2%
Top categories
Treatments
Moisturizers
Makeup
Position Predominant list placement
Top 25%
Concentration Concentrations we've seen
10%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 36714
INCI Name POLYGLYCERIN-3
EC #  259-986-8
All Functions Humectant