Glycerin
Humectant
1. INCI et CAS
INCI: Glycerin · CAS: 56-81-5
2. Rôle dans la formule
In cosmetic gels, emulsions, and washes, glycerin functions as a polyol humectant; its listed level is a guide.
3. Niveaux d'emploi typiques (repère de formulation)
- Formulation guidance for gels and serums: 3–8% as a formulation guide.
- The formulation record indicates 2–5% for creams in this reference.
- For rinse-off, the reference gives 2–4% for the formula.
Add Glycerin in the water phase without melting it first.
4. Sources réglementaires et conformité mondiale
- If Glycerin appears in CosIng, its entry is informational and does not approve a specific grade or finished cosmetic.
- EU cosmetics rules under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 require a safety assessment of the complete cosmetic formula containing Glycerin as a finished-product assessment.
- Establish grade-specific details for Glycerin from the supplier and assess filing requirements in the intended market.
5. Sécurité et évaluation des risques
Use the stated level as reference guidance for cosmetic formulation; it makes no claim of drug or OTC authorization with patch response and finished-product stability still to be verified.
6. Stabilité et conditionnement
Protect the sealed bulk from heat, sun, and unnecessary exposure; where appropriate, assess an airless or pump pack for oxidation-sensitive systems; test the selected package with the confirmed batch for stability and fit.
7. Formulations d'allégations (à faire / à éviter)
- This guide frames Glycerin's cosmetic direction around humectant function.
- The listed information cannot substantiate drug effects, cures, or certification claims that go beyond the documented ingredient information.
- This reference for Glycerin offers no support for whitening effects, acne treatment, antiperspirant performance, sunscreen protection, or hair growth.







































