Glycerin
Humectant
1. INCI y CAS
INCI: Glycerin · CAS: 56-81-5
2. Función en la fórmula
In cosmetic gels, emulsions, and washes, glycerin functions as a polyol humectant; its listed level is a guide.
3. Niveles de uso típicos (guía de formulación)
- 3–8% is listed for gels and serums.
- For creams, the recorded level is 2–5% for the formula.
- 2–4% is listed for rinse-off in this reference.
Incorporate Glycerin in the water phase without a separate melt step.
4. Fuentes normativas y cumplimiento global
- Database information on Glycerin does not replace review of the supplied grade and finished product under market rules.
- For cosmetics placed on the EU market, Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 requires an assessment of the safety of the final cosmetic containing Glycerin before the finished product is marketed.
- Review the documentation for the actual Glycerin grade and the filing requirements for the target market.
5. Seguridad y evaluación de riesgos
This entry provides guidance for cosmetic use only; no drug approval or OTC-monograph status follows from this guide and the completed cosmetic needs its own patch and stability checks.
6. Estabilidad y envasado
Hold the bulk material in a sealed, cool place shielded from light; review airless or pump options if oxidation presents a concern; confirm stability and pack fit with the final formula.
7. Redacción de alegaciones (permitido / no permitido)
- The cosmetic role of Glycerin is presented as humectant function.
- This product entry provides no basis for a drug effect, a clinical cure, or certification status not established for the SKU.
- This guide to Glycerin does not substantiate skin whitening, acne treatment, antiperspirant use, sun protection, or hair growth.










































