If you are someone who cares about the ingredient list posted on the back of each bottle, then you are probably familiar with Glycerin in cosmetics.
What is glycerin in cosmetics?
Glycerin is usually derived from vegetable oils and sugar fermentation.
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Michele Farber shares: “Glycerin helps “push” water molecules into the skin.
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Uses of Glycerin in cosmetics
Glycerin helps protect the skin
“Studies show that Glycerin will help cells grow normally,” says Michele Farber.
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Renée Rouleau added: `When Glycerin is combined with skin-softening active ingredients, it will help protect the skin from negative environmental influences.`
Glycerin is a `miracle drug` for dry skin
“Glycerin helps maintain moisture across the skin barrier.
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Note when using Glycerin in cosmetics
When using Glycerin at 100% concentration, it will cause skin irritation.
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Because Glycerin is a humectant like Hyaluronic Acid, we need to pay attention to the condition: reverse hygroscopicity.
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According to Renée Rouleau, moisture will be brought by Glycerin from places with high humidity to places with lower humidity.
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