Glycerin
Humectant
1. INCI & CAS
INCI: Glycerin · CAS: 56-81-5
2. Role in the formula
For emulsions, gels, and washes, this guide assigns glycerin a polyol-humectant role. Its level is not a batch assay.
3. Typical use levels (formulation guide)
- For gels and serums, the reference gives 3–8%.
- The stated reference for creams is 2–5% as a formulation guide.
- For rinse-off, the recorded level is 2–4% as a formulation guide.
Use the water phase to introduce Glycerin; no melting stage is required.
4. Regulatory sources & global compliance
- Treat any CosIng entry for Glycerin as a reference only; verify the grade and intended use under current market rules.
- For cosmetics placed on the EU market, Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 requires a safety assessment of the finished cosmetic containing Glycerin 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. Safety & risk assessment
The listed use rate is intended as a cosmetic-development guide; no drug approval or OTC-monograph status follows from this guide so patch response and stability should be checked on the finished product.
6. Stability & packaging
Use cool, sealed storage away from strong light for the bulk; if oxidation risk calls for it, review a pump or airless format; check the finished formula and its packaging together.
7. Claims language (Do / Don’t)
- The listed cosmetic direction for Glycerin emphasizes humectant function.
- This ingredient reference does not demonstrate medical outcomes, cure language, or a product certification not supported by the available facts.
- This reference for Glycerin should not be used to substantiate whitening, treatment of acne, perspiration control, sun protection, or hair growth.










































