Glycerin
Humectant
1. INCI y CAS
INCI: Glycerin · CAS: 56-81-5
2. Función en la fórmula
For emulsions, gels, and washes, this guide assigns glycerin a polyol-humectant role. Its level is not a batch assay.
3. Niveles de uso típicos (guía de formulación)
- The gels and serums use-level reference is 3–8%.
- Formulation guidance for creams: 2–5% in this reference.
- For rinse-off, the recorded level is 2–4% for the formula.
The water phase is the addition point for Glycerin; a separate melt is unnecessary.
4. Fuentes normativas y cumplimiento global
- The CosIng record for Glycerin, where listed, is informational rather than product-specific authorization.
- The finished-product provisions of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 require a safety review of the finished cosmetic in which Glycerin is used for the specific product as it will be marketed.
- Verify the purchased Glycerin grade using supplier data, alongside the applicable filing rules for the destination market.
5. Seguridad y evaluación de riesgos
Read the recorded level as a cosmetic formulation guide; it makes no claim of drug or OTC authorization while finished-product patch and stability testing remain necessary.
6. Estabilidad y envasado
Use cool, sealed storage away from strong light for the bulk; review airless or pump options if oxidation presents a concern; follow with stability and packaging checks on the confirmed batch.
7. Redacción de alegaciones (permitido / no permitido)
- The cosmetic concept for Glycerin in this entry centers on humectant function.
- This reference does not establish drug effects, clinical cures, or unsupported product certifications.
- The documented facts for Glycerin does not demonstrate skin whitening, acne care, sweat reduction, sun protection, or hair-growth outcomes.










































