Lip Care
LANEIGELip Sleeping Mask
Glycerin
Glycerol
A humectant that pulls water into the skin. One of the most studied, least irritating moisturising ingredients there is.
Safe amount 1 studies cited
No restriction; common between 3% and 10%
Technical data
Dose-response breakdown and source citations behind the rating above.
Safety by concentration
3 to 10%Generally safe
Cited sources
Safety Assessment of Glycerin as Used in Cosmetics
Becker et al., International Journal of Toxicology · 2019
Products containing Glycerin
Blush
Rare BeautySoft Pinch Liquid Blush
Blush
rhodePocket Blush
Bronzer
rhodePocket Bronze Long-Wearing Cream Bronzer
Highlighter
Milk MakeupHolographic Stick Highlighter
Primer
e.l.f. CosmeticsPoreless Putty Primer
Serum
OlayRegenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream
Serum
Paula's ChoiceSkin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
Moisturiser
CeraVeMoisturizing Cream
Moisturiser
NeutrogenaHydro Boost Water Gel
Moisturiser
La Roche-PosayToleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer
Moisturiser
First Aid BeautyUltra Repair Cream
Cleanser
CeraVeHydrating Facial Cleanser
Cleanser
CetaphilGentle Skin Cleanser
Sunscreen
La Roche-PosayAnthelios Melt-in Milk Sunscreen SPF 60
Frequently asked questions
Is Glycerin safe?
A humectant that pulls water into the skin. One of the most studied, least irritating moisturising ingredients there is. No restriction; common between 3% and 10%
Which products contain Glycerin?
Lip Sleeping Mask, Soft Pinch Liquid Blush, Pocket Blush, Pocket Bronze Long-Wearing Cream Bronzer, Holographic Stick Highlighter, Poreless Putty Primer, Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream, Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant, Moisturizing Cream, Hydro Boost Water Gel, Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer, Ultra Repair Cream, Hydrating Facial Cleanser, Gentle Skin Cleanser, Anthelios Melt-in Milk Sunscreen SPF 60