Origin: 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.
Also Known As: Glycerin
Overview: Glycerin 99% USP is a humectant, emollient, and solvent. It is a polyhydric sugar alcohol present in all natural fats, oils and phospholipids, degraded to glucose (sugar) in the body. It protects the lipids of skin cells and it has effective emollient and lubricant properties.
Suggested Uses:
Skin care products
Hair care products
Color cosmetics
Soap
Ideal Concentration Level in Products: 2% to 5% in emulsions.