Glycerin (Humectant)
Glycerin
Also known as: glycerin-humectant
GLY
1/10
Concern level
Low concern
Glycerin is a colorless, odorless, viscous liquid that is widely used as a humectant in skincare products. It attracts moisture from the air and helps to keep the skin hydrated.
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
Moisturizing
Chemical Properties
Molecular Weight
92.09 g/mol pH Range
4.00 - 7.00Typical Concentration
1.00% - 50.00%CAS Number: 56-81-5
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin9/10
oily skin8/10
sensitive skin7/10
acne prone8/10
mature skin9/10
normal skin9/10
Risks & Warnings
Generally safe; may cause irritation in very sensitive individuals.
Vegan Cruelty-Free
Found In Products
La Roche-Posay
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer, Daily Moisturizer Face Cream with Ceramide and Niacinamide for All Skin Types, Oil Free, Fragrance Free
CeraVe
CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion, Night Cream with Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide, Ultra-Lightweight, Oil-Free Moisturizer for Face, 3 Ounce
CeraVe
CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream, Peptide Complex, Hyaluronic Acid & Ceramide Moisturizer for Face, 1.7 Ounce
La Roche-Posay
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment For Face, Mattifying Acne Gel Cream Spot Treatment for Blackheads, Whiteheads & Pores, Prevents New Pimples, Non-Greasy, Sensitive Skin Safe
La Roche-Posay
La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Face, Vitamin B5 + Hyaluronic Acid + Madecassoside, Hydrating Serum Visibly Plumps Skin, Sensitive Skin Safe, Anti Aging, Oil-Free
CeraVe
CeraVe Anti Aging Retinol Serum For Face, Encapsulated Retinol With Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide & Ceramides, Smooths Wrinkles & Fine Lines, Gentle Skin Brightening Serum, Fragrance Free, 1 Oz
Neutrogena
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Gel Cream Face Moisturizer for Sensitive Skin 1.7 fl oz plus Hydrating Gel Cleanser 0.5 fl oz Alcohol and Fragrance Free Hyaluronic Acid Daily Hydration Routine
Neutrogena
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Renewal Serum, Lightweight Anti-Aging Facial Serum with Pure Retinol & Antioxidants to Improve Wrinkles, Dullness & Dark Spots, 1 fl oz
Cetaphil
Cetaphil Face Wash, Hydrating Gentle Skin Cleanser for Dry to Normal Sensitive Skin, 20 oz, Fragrance Free, Soap Free and Non-Foaming
Cetaphil
Cetaphil Face & Body Moisturizer, Hydrating Moisturizing Cream for Dry to Very Dry, Sensitive Skin, NEW 16 oz, Fragrance Free, Non-Comedogenic, Non-Greasy
Cetaphil
Cetaphil Face & Body Moisturizer, Hydrating Moisturizing Cream for Dry to Very Dry, Sensitive Skin, NEW 16 oz 2 Pack, Fragrance Free, Non-Comedogenic, Non-Greasy
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