Humectant ·
Glycerin
What is it?
Glycerin (glycerol) is a naturally occurring humectant widely used across skincare products for its ability to draw and retain moisture in the skin.
What does it do?
Commonly used as a humectant to increase skin hydration and support barrier function; a randomized crossover trial found glycerin-based moisturizers effective for secondary prevention of occupational hand dermatitis, and it is considered a foundational, well-established emollient/humectant ingredient in dermatologic literature.
Who may benefit?
- May help with: Dehydration
How to use
Typically formulated at 2%-10%.
Real products containing this
- Moisture Bomb Daily Moisturiser — Standard Beauty
- Mild Face Wash — Standard Beauty
- Crème De La Cream Lightweight Moisturiser — Lelive
- Justine Vitamin E Moisturising Body Lotion — Justine
- Anew Hydra Fusion Deep Moisture Cream — Avon
- Aloe Ferox Hydrating Serum — Africology
- Sorbet Skin Hydrating Day Cream — Sorbet Skin
- Rooibos Hydrating Day Cream — Annique
- Rosewater Hydrating Toner — Swiitch Beauty
- Gentle Daily Gel Cleanser — Luamu
- Everyday Moisturiser — CHILL Cape Town
- Organic Hydrating Cream — Noa & Co
Sources
This page provides general skincare information and is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Ingredient interactions and evidence summaries reflect published, cited sources — not a personal assessment of your skin. For medical skin conditions, rashes, pregnancy/lactation questions or persistent concerns, please consult a licensed dermatologist or HPCSA-registered practitioner.