GLICERINA F.U. is glycerin for use as a humectant in skin and hair care cosmetics. Its hygroscopic nature means that it attracts water. In formulation, it serves as a moisturising ingredient and can be incorporated into the aqueous phase of emulsions and cleansing products.
Glycerin is useful in creams, lotions, gels and shampoos. Producer also identifies hair colouring products, wet wipes and depilatory preparations as application areas.
Value for formulators
Humectancy — an ingredient for developing the moisturising function of cosmetics.
Water solubility — convenient incorporation into aqueous formulations and emulsions.
Broad application scope — skin care, hair care and cleansing products.
Combination with emollients — scope to combine a humectant system with a lipid phase.