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Humectant, Emollient & Solvent
Description: Polyhydric sugar alcohol present in all natural fats, oils and phospholipids, degraded to glucose (sugar) in the body. Does not contain bovine, ovine, caprine or other animal-derived materials of any type. 100% vegan. 100% free of palm oil derivatives. Grades: USP. Clear, slightly viscous liquid, odorless, sweet tasting. Solubility: soluble in water.
CAS: 56-81-5
INCI Name: Glycerin
Benefits:
Effective humectant and moisturizer attracting water to the intercellular space of the skin
Protects the lipids of skin cells
Good solvent for various water-insoluble ingredients
Effective emollient and lubricant properties
Use: Add as is to the water phase of the formulas, typical use level 2-5% in emulsions. For external use only.
Applications: All kinds of skin care products, hair care products, color cosmetics, soaps (glycerin soap).
Country of Origin: USA / Malaysia
Raw material source: Manufactured entirely from naturally occurring vegetable oil sources including oils from soya, rapeseed, and sunflower. 100% free of palm oil derivatives
Manufacture: Glycerin is produced by the traditional method by hydrolysis of fats and fermentation of sugars (saponification of neutral oils) using alkali carbonates as in the production of soap.