Glycerine

Glycerine has become a staple in cosmetics. It has particularly established itself as one of the most effective humectants. Hair, body and face, glycerol is found in almost all skincare products. Benefits, origin, usage, risks... we reveal everything about this ingredient in this article.

Glycerol and glycerine... it is not uncommon to observe in certain literature that these two names are often used to refer to the same thing and that they can be interchangeable. But are they used incorrectly?

Glycerine is a common ingredient, increasingly added to skincare products due to its moisturising power. Some experts consider it to be the most effective humectant available. According to the VCRP database, in 2014 glycerine was the third most used ingredient in cosmetic products after water. However, its topical use is not without risks. Before using it daily, it is important to be aware of certain things. In this article, let's examine together the potential side effects of glycerine.

Primarily, glycerine has been recognised for its moisturising properties for over 90 years, and is widely used in cosmetic preparations. However, its scope of application does not stop there. Over recent years, an increasing number of studies have been conducted to highlight new properties of glycerol, in addition to the already attributed moisturising benefit. No less than seven properties of glycerol have been listed. Continue reading to discover them.