humectants · humectant
vegetable glycerin
A specialty humectant, Vegetable Glycerin is a thick, clear humectant (mild, sweet) for skin, hair & lip formulations. A considered addition for specialty blends.
vegan · single-ingredient · usp grade
kimiya workshop · at a glance
vegetable glycerin
humectants — humectant
- inci
- glycerin
- role
- humectant
- form
- clear, colorless viscous (syrup) liquid
- aroma
- mild, sweet
- solubility
- miscible with water & alcohol
- use level
- commonly a few percent as humectant; higher as a solvent — confirm per tds
- shelf life
- 12 months
origin · indonesia, malaysia, or usafor the maker's bench
01in the workshop
- a humectant first draws and holds water for a hydrated skin feel in toners, creams and hair care.
- b toners & facial waters a few percent for humectant hydration.
- c water-phase workhorse miscible with water and alcohol; a staple of emulsions and gels.
- d mild and familiar a widely used, well-tolerated staple of everyday cosmetic work.
- e multi-role humectant, solvent for botanical extracts, and a base for glycerites.
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handle with care
Caution: For external use only. Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes and the skin around the eyes. Keep out of reach of children.
formulation use onlynot for ingestion
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complete your formula
everything a formula needs, from one bench
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maker reviews & questions
questions
Qcan i apply it directly to skin?
kimiya staffIt's intended for formulation use — blend it into a finished product rather than wearing it neat.
Qhow should i store it?
kimiya staffStore cool, dark and tightly sealed; shelf life is 12 months unopened (see label for lot dates).