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 Propanediol and Sodium Hyaluronate. Review moisture feel and tack in the complete formula.
3. Typical use levels (formulation guide)
- A component allocation of 6% w/w is listed as guidance.
Add Glycerin in the water phase without melting it first.
4. Regulatory sources & global compliance
- This note is supplied for formulation development; it is not approval of the purchased material or completed cosmetic; The note should not be read as approval of the final formula.
5. Safety & risk assessment
This level is a cosmetic-formulation guide; it does not establish drug approval or OTC-monograph status with patch assessment and finished-formula stability testing still required.
6. Stability & packaging
Store the bulk in a closed container in a cool, shaded place; where appropriate, assess an airless or pump pack for oxidation-sensitive systems; follow with stability and packaging checks on the confirmed batch.
7. Claims language (Do / Don’t)
- The cosmetic role of Glycerin is presented as humectant function.
- The listed information cannot verify claims of drug action or cure, or a product certification outside the supporting records.
- The ingredient record for Glycerin provides no basis for a whitening effect, acne treatment, perspiration control, sun protection, or hair growth.










































