Glycerin

INGREDIENT

Glycerin

Humectant; Solvent; Skin-Conditioning Agent

Approved

Generally has very low toxicity. High concentrations may occasionally cause temporary stinging, irritation, or dryness under extremely low-humidity conditions, but no meaningful systemic toxicity is expected from cosmetic use.

Also known as 6 Synonyms
Function Attracts water and helps maintain skin and hair hydration.
Safety Meter Approved
Evidence Level Strong
CAS Number 56-81-5
Category Humectant; Solvent; Skin-Conditioning Agent
Function Attracts water and helps maintain skin and hair hydration.
Evidence Level Strong
Status Approved
INSIDE THE FORMULA

What it does

Attracts water and helps maintain skin and hair hydration.

OUR STANDARD

How to read this rating

This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.

RESEARCH

Sources

  1. 1 pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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