Safety Notes
Universal humectant; very well tolerated including baby skin
Function & Common Use
Function
Humectant / Solvent / Skin conditioning
Category
Humectant
Common In
All cosmetics
Origin
Plant / Synthetic
Concentration Limits
India (CDSCO)
No limit
EU Cosmetics Reg.
No limit
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glycerin safe to use in skincare?
Glycerin has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Universal humectant; very well tolerated including baby skin
Is Glycerin allowed in India?
Glycerin is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Glycerin used for in cosmetics?
Glycerin functions as: Humectant / Solvent / Skin conditioning. It is commonly found in: All cosmetics.
TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.
Regulatory Status
India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Identifiers
CAS56-81-5
EC200-289-5
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