and Glycerin

AND

10/10

Concern level

High concern

Glycerin is a triol humectant widely used to attract and retain water in the stratum corneum. It is one of the most established moisturizing ingredients in cosmetics and is considered safe in present practices of use and concentration. ([cosmeticsinfo.org](https://www.cosmeticsinfo.org/ingredient/glycerin/?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

MoisturizingSoothingSupports Barrier Function

Chemical Properties

Molecular Weight

92.09 g/mol

Typical Concentration

1.00% - 99.00%

CAS Number: 56-81-5

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin10/10

oily skin8/10

sensitive skin10/10

acne prone10/10

mature skin9/10

normal skin10/10

Interactions

incompatible with:

Risks & Warnings

Very low risk overall; at high levels it can feel tacky or sticky. Rare irritation may occur in compromised skin, but glycerin is generally non-sensitizing and non-comedogenic. ([cosmeticsinfo.org](https://www.cosmeticsinfo.org/ingredient/glycerin/?utm_source=openai))

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

Supergoop!