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 stated reference for gels and serums is 3–8%.
- For creams, the reference gives 2–5% as a formulation guide.
- For rinse-off, the recorded level is 2–4%.
Add Glycerin in the water phase without melting it first.
4. Fonti normative e conformità globale
- CosIng information about Glycerin does not itself authorize a particular grade or finished cosmetic.
- EU market placement under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 requires a safety review of the finished cosmetic in which Glycerin is used rather than for an ingredient name alone.
- Match the selected Glycerin material to its supplier TDS and check the filing list for the market of sale.
5. Sicurezza e valutazione del rischio
Treat the listed amount as cosmetic-development guidance; it provides no evidence that a drug or OTC monograph applies so the finished cosmetic should receive patch and stability checks.
6. Stabilità e packaging
Keep the ingredient in cool, closed bulk storage away from sunlight; review airless or pump options if oxidation presents a concern; use batch testing to verify stability and package compatibility.
7. Linguaggio dei claim (cosa dire / cosa non dire)
- For cosmetic use, this entry records Glycerin in a direction centered on humectant function.
- This ingredient reference does not establish drug claims, cure claims, or a certification that is absent from the product records.
- The ingredient note for Glycerin offers no support for a skin-lightening result, acne treatment, antiperspirant action, sunscreen efficacy, or hair growth.










































