Glycerin
Humectant
1. INCI e CAS
INCI: Glycerin · CAS: 56-81-5
2. Ruolo nella formula
Glycerin serves as the polyol humectant in these cosmetic formats, while the stated percentage remains a formulation reference.
3. Livelli d'uso tipici (guida di formulazione)
- The level shown for gels and serums is 3–8% for the formula.
- 2–5% is listed for creams as a formulation guide.
- Rinse-off: 2–4%.
Incorporate Glycerin in the water phase without a separate melt step.
4. Fonti normative e conformità globale
- CosIng may identify Glycerin as an ingredient, but its entry does not approve a material grade or finished formula.
- For a cosmetic sold in the EU, Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 requires the final cosmetic with Glycerin to undergo a safety assessment for the completed formula, not simply for an ingredient in isolation.
- Verify the purchased Glycerin grade using supplier data, alongside the applicable filing rules for the destination market.
5. Sicurezza e valutazione del rischio
The stated concentration is a cosmetic-development reference; this reference is not approval for drug use or OTC marketing while finished-product patch and stability testing remain necessary.
6. Stabilità e packaging
Hold the bulk material in a sealed, cool place shielded from light; match the pack choice to the system's oxidation risk; confirm final stability and pack compatibility on a representative batch.
7. Linguaggio dei claim (cosa dire / cosa non dire)
- The cosmetic formulation concept for Glycerin centers on humectant function.
- This cosmetic guide does not establish drug-treatment outcomes, clinical cures, or certifications not documented for the SKU.
- The ingredient note for Glycerin does not substantiate whitening, acne care as treatment, perspiration reduction, sun protection, or hair growth.










































