Vegetable Glycerin – Natural Moisturizer for Cosmetics

Vegetable Glycerin – Natural Humectant for Cosmetics

Vegetable glycerin is an essential ingredient in cosmetics thanks to its powerful action as a humectant and moisturizer. It appears as a transparent, viscous liquid that helps keep the skin hydrated and protected.

At Naturcera we offer vegetable glycerin of high purity (≥99.5%), ideal for both artisanal and professional cosmetic formulations.

What is vegetable glycerin?

Glycerin (Glycerin or Glycerol) is a plant-based compound obtained from vegetable oils. It is widely used in cosmetics for its ability to attract and retain moisture in the skin and hair.

What is vegetable glycerin used for?

It is one of the most versatile ingredients in formulation:

• ✔️ Humectant: attracts moisture to the skin
• ✔️ Moisturizer: prevents water loss
• ✔️ Skin protector
• ✔️ Improves skin elasticity and softness
• ✔️ Reduces hair frizz

Uses of vegetable glycerin in cosmetics

It is used in a wide variety of products:

• Moisturizing creams
• Shower gels
• Facial cleansers
• Facial masks
• Shampoos and conditioners
• Anti-frizz hair products
• Exfoliants
• Soaps
• Cosmetics for sensitive skin

👉 It is also ideal for alcohol-free formulations.

Featured Properties

• High hydrating and moisturizing capacity
• Suitable for dry and sensitive skin
• Non-greasy and fast absorbing
• Improves the texture of formulations
• Compatible with multiple ingredients

Benefits for skin and hair

• Keeps skin hydrated and protected
• Helps improve the appearance of dry or damaged skin
• Provides softness and elasticity
• Reduces hair frizz
• Soothes the scalp

How to use vegetable glycerin

• Incorporate into the aqueous phase of the formulation
• Mix with water, hydrosols, or gels

👉 Important: do not apply directly to the skin without diluting.

Recommended dosage

• Generally between 1% y 10% depending on the product

👉 Adjust according to the type of formulation.

Technical specifications

• Ingredient: Glycerin
• Origin: Vegetable
• State: Viscous liquid
• Color: Transparent
• Purity: ≥ 99.5%
• Solubility:
  • Soluble in water and alcohol
  • Insoluble in oils and fats

Usage recommendations

• Dilute before applying
• Do not exceed the recommended dose
• Combine with other moisturizing ingredients for better results

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from light, with the container tightly closed.

Why buy vegetable glycerin from Naturcera?

• ✔️ Guaranteed high purity
• ✔️ Professional cosmetic quality
• ✔️ Ideal for formulators and brands
• ✔️ Versatile and easy to use
• ✔️ Fast shipping

⚠️ Cosmetic use only. Do not ingest.