REF : VEGETABLE GLYCERIN FOOD GRADE 6KG
6kg Canister
Glycerol, or glycerin, is a colorless, viscous, odorless liquid with a sweet taste and low toxicity, used in numerous formulations, particularly pharmaceutical and cosmetic ones. Glycerin (CAS 56-81-5), or glycerol, 1,2,3-propanetriol, is a material of vegetable origin. It is obtained through the process of vegetable saponification (during soap manufacturing) or the transesterification of vegetable oils (during biodiesel production). It is a biodegradable raw material, soluble in water and alcohol, but insoluble in oil.
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MAIN FUNCTIONS
Liquid glycerol is notably used for its moisturizing and emollient properties and as a wetting agent.
INDUSTRIAL USE
- Food industry: food additive E422, a texture agent used as a humectant. It makes products smooth and protects them from drying out. It is found in processed products such as cakes, sandwiches, and chewing gum.
- Production of VG e-cigarette liquid as a complement to PG.
- Pharmaceutical industry: used as a humectant to improve the smoothness and lubrication of pharmaceutical preparations. It is found in the formulation of cough syrups.
- Cosmetic industry: cosmetic raw material used as a moisturizing agent, solvent, lubricant, and preservative. Glycerol attracts water and maintains the suppleness of the skin. It is also used as a solvent and preservative for plant macerates. It features in the composition of many beauty products: moisturizing skin creams, lip balms, face masks, toothpaste, conditioner, soaps, and body wash... This product, which is non-comedogenic and rarely allergenic, is also highly popular with individuals who want to make their own cosmetics.
PROFESSIONAL USE
- Wine: glycerol is naturally present in wine. It forms at the beginning of the alcoholic fermentation of the must and gives wine its smoothness.
OTHER COMMON USES
Individuals use vegetable glycerin as an ingredient for making:
- natural homemade cosmetics (body cream, makeup remover, hair mask, shower gel, lip balm)
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Glycerol, when ingested in large quantities (from 50 grams per day), may have laxative and diuretic properties.
When making homemade cosmetics, it is important to follow the proportions of vegetable glycerin indicated in the recipe. The product concentration should never exceed 10%. If overdosed, the opposite effect occurs: the glycerin loses its moisturizing properties and may dry out the skin. A dosage of between 2% and 5% is recommended.
Making a body balm: melt 70 grams of vegetable oil in a double boiler with 15 grams of shea butter and 10 grams of beeswax. Mix 5 grams of glycerin with your chosen essential oils. Add the glycerin to the oil mixture. Pour into a container and leave to cool.
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