Scientific name: Glycerol
Classification: Active ingredient of plant origin.
Humectant, emollient and moisturizing.
Tales from Nature
Vegetable Glycerin, also known as Glycerol is the most widely used ingredient in cosmetics due to its antioxidant, emollient and moisturizing properties that can bring numerous benefits to skin and hair.
It appears as a thick, transparent, odorless liquid. It is obtained from vegetable oils, such as palm oil, soybean oil or coconut oil. It has a tremendous ability to attract moisture from the skin and air, thoroughly moisturizing and facilitating the absorption of products in which it is contained.
Hair Benefits
Vegetable Glycerin is an excellent substance for nourishing hair, especially dry, brittle or curly hair, restoring elasticity and softness.
It promotes the untangling of the hair even in the most difficult cases, as it keeps the hair moisturized for a long time, thanks to the characteristics of its molecule, which has as many as three groups of humectants.
Skin Benefits
Vegetable Glycerin, a natural humectant, attracts and retains moisture, providing deep, intense and long-lasting hydration that reduces dryness and improves the texture and elasticity of the skin, conferring it a smooth and radiant appearance. It is especially effective for dry and dehydrated skin.
It provides protection against damage from external agents, soothing and moisturizing the skin for up to 12 hours, supports skin elasticity, counteracting loss of tone due to aging and sedentariness. This action is ideal for keeping skin smooth and firm.
