Glycerin
Humectant
1. INCI & CAS
INCI: Glycerin · CAS: 56-81-5
2. Role in the formula
Glycerin is listed as a humectant in this development reference. The recorded formula also lists Aqua (Water) and Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. Review moisture feel and tack in the complete formula.
3. Typical use levels (formulation guide)
- For the reference allocation, the recorded amount is 4% w/w.
Incorporate Glycerin in the water phase without a separate melt step.
4. Regulatory sources & global compliance
- This note is supplied for formulation development; it offers no approval of the ingredient grade or finished product; This entry does not approve a completed product.
5. Safety & risk assessment
Use the stated level as reference guidance for cosmetic formulation; it does not authorize a drug or OTC product with patch assessment and finished-formula stability testing still required.
6. Stability & packaging
Keep the bulk container closed and shaded in a cool area; select packaging with the formula's oxidation sensitivity in mind; check the final package and formula together for compatibility and stability.
7. Claims language (Do / Don’t)
- The formulation note describes Glycerin as part of a cosmetic direction focused on humectant function.
- The cosmetic listing does not substantiate therapeutic effects, curative outcomes, or unsupported certification statements.
- The formulation record for Glycerin offers no support for a whitening result, acne-treatment effect, antiperspirant use, sunscreen performance, or hair growth.
