glycerin

 

what is it?

Glycerin is a naturally occurring substance found in the skin. Also known as glycerol or glycerine, glycerin is present in all natural lipids (fats), whether animal or plant. When naturally derived, it usually is manufactured by the hydrolysis of fats and fermentation of sugars.

what does it do?

BRAHSTON uses glycerin because it is a humectant that helps skin maintain healthy hydration by acting as a powerful moisture lock.

what do the experts say?

+ The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel

+ EWG Skin Deep® Cosmetics Database

  • SAFETY RATING

    1-2

    According to EWG, glycerin is rated as a 1-2 on a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the lowest risk to health and 10 being the highest.

+ Paula's Choice Skincare Ingredient Dictionary