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)
- 3–8% is listed for gels and serums in this reference.
- The guide range for creams is 2–5% in this reference.
- The stated reference for rinse-off is 2–4% in this reference.
Incorporate Glycerin in the water phase without a separate melt step.
4. Fonti normative e conformità globale
- CosIng provides reference information for Glycerin; confirm the specific grade and intended use against market requirements.
- For a cosmetic sold in the EU, Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 requires a safety evaluation of the product containing Glycerin as it will be marketed 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. Sicurezza e valutazione del rischio
Treat the listed amount as cosmetic-development guidance; no drug approval or OTC status is conferred by this entry with patch assessment and finished-formula stability testing still required.
6. Stabilità e packaging
Protect sealed bulk from warmth and direct light; if oxidation risk calls for it, review a pump or airless format; check the finished batch's stability and package compatibility.
7. Linguaggio dei claim (cosa dire / cosa non dire)
- This guide frames Glycerin's cosmetic direction around humectant function.
- The ingredient guidance cannot substantiate medical outcomes, cure language, or a product certification not supported by the available facts.
- The cosmetic guidance for Glycerin does not confirm skin whitening, treatment of acne, sweat control, UV protection, or hair-growth results.










































