Glycerin
Humectant
1. INCI e CAS
INCI: Glycerin · CAS: 56-81-5
2. Ruolo nella formula
This entry describes glycerin as a polyol humectant for gels, emulsions, and washes, with a guide level rather than a batch result.
3. Livelli d'uso tipici (guida di formulazione)
- 3–8% is listed for gels and serums in this reference.
- The creams use-level reference is 2–5% as a formulation guide.
- For rinse-off, use 2–4% for the formula.
Incorporate Glycerin in the water phase without a separate melt step.
4. Fonti normative e conformità globale
- An entry for Glycerin in CosIng is not authorization for a material grade or completed cosmetic; review local requirements.
- For cosmetics placed on the EU market, Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 requires an assessment addressing the safety of the finished product that contains Glycerin for the product in its final form.
- 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
This entry provides guidance for cosmetic use only; the note establishes neither drug approval nor OTC-monograph status so assess patch response and stability in the final formula.
6. Stabilità e packaging
Keep bulk material sealed, cool, and out of direct sunlight; consider an airless or pump format when oxidation sensitivity warrants it; 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 cosmetic guide provides no basis for drug-treatment outcomes, clinical cures, or certifications not documented for the SKU.
- The documented facts for Glycerin does not support whitening, acne care as treatment, perspiration reduction, sun protection, or hair growth.










































