Glycerin
Glycerin
The most widely used humectant in skincare. Draws water from the environment and deeper skin layers to hydrate the surface. Found in nearly every well-formulated moisturizer.
Benefits
Hydrates, softens, strengthens barrier, non-comedogenic
Risks & concerns
None at typical concentrations. Can feel sticky at very high percentages.
Best for
Targets these concerns
Found in (38)
Showing the top 24.
SkinCeuticals
C E Ferulic
93/100
La Roche-Posay
Cicaplast Baume B5+
90/100
La Roche-Posay
Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+ (Fragrance-Free)
89/100
CeraVe
Moisturizing Cream
88/100
La Roche-Posay
Anthelios UVMune 400 SPF50+
87/100
Drunk Elephant
Protini Polypeptide Cream
86/100
SVR
Sebiaclear Serum
86/100
The Ordinary
Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA
86/100
Paula's Choice
Clinical 1% Retinol Treatment
86/100
CeraVe
Foaming Facial Cleanser
85/100
Avene
Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream
85/100
The Ordinary
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5
85/100
P20
Suncare for Kids SPF50+
85/100
Isntree
Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel SPF50+ PA++++
85/100
Eucerin
UreaRepair Plus 5% Urea Body Cream
84/100
La Roche-Posay
Toleriane Sensitive Cream
84/100
Avene
Intense Protect SPF50+
84/100
The Ordinary
Squalane Cleanser
83/100
Colorescience
Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield SPF50
83/100
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF50+
82/100
Vichy
Capital Soleil UV-Age Daily SPF50+ PA++++
82/100
SVR
Sun Secure Blur SPF50+
80/100
CeraVe
Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen Face Lotion SPF30
80/100
The Ordinary
Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution
79/100
Technical details
- INCI name
- Glycerin
- CAS Number
- 56-81-5
- Category
- humectant
- Comedogenic rating
- 0/5