Glycrine

Personal care / cosmetic / skin‑hair In skincare and haircare products, glycerine acts as a humectant (draws/retains moisture), emollient (softens skin), and protective agent. It helps keep skin hydrated, supple, and supports the skin barrier by reducing water evaporation. In haircare, it can help with moisture retention and smoother hair texture (especially for dry/coarse hair) though usage must consider environment. Glycerine is used as a sweetener, humectant (moisture binder), and preservative in foods (candies, baked goods, frostings) to prevent crystallization and maintain softness. In nutrition, "vegetable glycerin" is sometimes used in supplements or as solvent in herbal extracts. Glycerine is used as an excipient (inactive carrier) in syrups, lozenges, creams, suppositories. It can be used medically as a hyperosmotic agent (drawing water) for specific applications (e.g., to relieve pressure in eyes, or in bowel evacuation). Glycerine is used as a plasticizer, thickener, lubricant, anti‑freeze component, and in production of chemicals like nitroglycerin, explosives, resins.