Glycerin
Humectant
1. INCI et CAS
INCI: Glycerin · CAS: 56-81-5
2. Rôle dans la formule
Glycerin serves as the polyol humectant in these cosmetic formats, while the stated percentage remains a formulation reference.
3. Niveaux d'emploi typiques (repère de formulation)
- The stated reference for gels and serums is 3–8% as a formulation guide.
- Creams: 2–5% for the formula.
- The stated reference for rinse-off is 2–4%.
Incorporate Glycerin in the water phase without a separate melt step.
4. Sources réglementaires et conformité mondiale
- CosIng may identify Glycerin as an ingredient, but its entry does not approve a material grade or finished formula.
- For cosmetics placed on the EU market, Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 requires a safety assessment covering the complete formulation with Glycerin in the final product context.
- Use the supplier TDS to confirm grade-specific details for Glycerin and review the destination market's requirements.
5. Sécurité et évaluation des risques
This entry provides guidance for cosmetic use only; it does not qualify a finished product as a drug or OTC product with patch response and finished-product stability still to be verified.
6. Stabilité et conditionnement
Store the bulk in a closed container in a cool, shaded place; for oxidation-sensitive formulas, consider an airless or pump pack; confirm compatibility and stability using the selected formula and pack.
7. Formulations d'allégations (à faire / à éviter)
- This guide frames Glycerin's cosmetic direction around humectant function.
- The available ingredient details does not support drug-treatment outcomes, clinical cures, or certifications not documented for the SKU.
- The Glycerin entry cannot establish whitening, treatment of acne, perspiration control, sun protection, or hair growth.










































