cosmetic grade Glycerine

About cosmetic grade Glycerine

Glycerine (also called glycerol) is a clear, colorless, sweet-tasting liquid thats odorless and non-toxic.

Quick hits:

• What it is: A simple alcohol (a sugar alcohol, not the drinking kind)

• Key trait: Humectant it pulls moisture from the air and holds onto it

• Common uses:

  • Skincare & cosmetics (lotions, soaps, toothpaste)

  • Food (sweetener, preservative, texture-booster labeled as E422)

  • Medicine (cough syrups, suppositories)

  • Industrial stuff (antifreeze, inks, lubricants)

• Source: Can be made from plant oils, animal fats, or synthetically

In skincare, its famous for hydrating without clogging pores, which is why it shows up everywhere.