The Basics On Glycerol
What is Glycerol?
What are other names for Glycerol?
1,2,3-PROPANETRIOL, 1,2,3-TRIHYDROXYPROPANE, 1,2,3PROPANETRIOL, CONCENTRATED GLYCERIN, GLYCERIN, GLYCERINE, GLYCEROL, GLYCYL ALCOHOL, and VEGETABLE GLYCERIN
What is Glycerol used for?
Glycerin, also called glycerol, is widely used in cosmetic as well as in pharmaceutical formulations, mainly as a humectant or hydrating agent1. Because of its strong humectant (Hygroscopic) properties, glycerin is one of the best skin moisturizing ingredients.
How Glycerol is classified
Skin-Replenishing
Recommendations for using Glycerol during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Glycerol During Pregnancy
What we know about using Glycerol while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
N/A
General safety info about Glycerol from CIR
No report found.
Use this, not that!
Products where you might find Glycerol
Fresh Lotus Youth Preserve Radiance Lotion
List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
1. Thau P. Glycerin (glycerol): Current insights into the functional properties of a classic cosmetic raw material. J Cosmet Sci. 2002;53(4):229-236. [PubMed] 2. Rawlings A, Harding C, Watkinson A, Banks J, Ackerman C, Sabin R. The effect of glycerol and humidity on desmosome degradation in stratum corneum. Arch Dermatol Res. 1995;287(5):457-464. [PubMed] 3. Hara M, Verkman A. Glycerol replacement corrects defective skin hydration, elasticity, and barrier function in aquaporin-3-deficient mice. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2003;100(12):7360-7365. [PubMed] 4. Fluhr J, Gloor M, Lehmann L, Lazzerini S, Distante F, Berardesca E. Glycerol accelerates recovery of barrier function in vivo. Acta Derm Venereol. 1999;79(6):418-421. [PubMed] 5. Atrux-Tallau N, Romagny C, Padois K, et al. Effects of glycerol on human skin damaged by acute sodium lauryl sulphate treatment. Arch Dermatol Res. 2010;302(6):435-441. [PubMed] 6. Glycerin. EWG’s Skin Deep Cosmetic Database. https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ingredient/702620/GLYCERIN/#.W7CI92gzZhE. Published 2018. Accessed October 2018. Related Articles: Glossary: Xerosis Glossary: Humectant Glossary: Glycols Glossary: Polyethylene glycol Glossary: Triisononanoin Glossary: Sorbitol Glossary: Lipids Glossary: Triglycerides Glossary: Dermatitis
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