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Draws in moisture

Glycerin

Glycerin is a humectant — one of the most effective humectants. It's found in 3410 products in our database, making it one of the most common ingredients.

What it does

One of the most effective humectants

Who it's best for

All skin types, especially dry or dehydrated skin.

  • Dehydrated skin that needs a moisture boost regardless of skin type
  • Oily skin types who want lightweight hydration without heaviness
  • Anyone living in a humid climate where humectants work best

Works well with

  • +Locks moisture in(occlusive)
  • +Softens and smooths(emollient)
  • +Works on your skin(active)
Found in

3410 products

Category

Draws in moisture

Top products with Glycerin

Drunk Elephant

The Littles 8.0

#29.8
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare

DermInfusions Fill + Repair Eye Cream

#29.8
Lancôme

Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol

#39.7
innisfree

Vitamin C Brightening Serum-Infused Mask for Dark Spots

#79.7
Glow Recipe

Watermelon Milk™ Peptide Cushion Cream Refillable Moisturizer for Dry Skin & Barrier Support

#49.7
RANAVAT

Firming Bakuchi Anti-Aging Serum with Peptides and Retinol Alternative

#89.6
Skinfix

barrier+ Triple Lipid Activating Serum With Plumping Peptides and Niacinamide

#69.6
Torriden

BALANCEFUL 5D Cica Complex AHA Pore Refining Toner for Clear, Smooth Skin

#39.6
innisfree

Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars​

#39.6
Biodance

Biodance Collagen Peptide Eye Patch

#29.6
OLEHENRIKSEN

Après Skin Overnight Moisturizer + Mask with Ceramides and Hyaluronic Acid

#49.6
Arencia

Deep Water Surge Hydrating Serum 30 with PDRN, Hyaluronic Acid, and Ceramide

#39.5
Shani Darden Skin Care

Retinol Reform® with 1% Encapsulated Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles

#39.5
LANEIGE

Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control

#29.5
Drunk Elephant

TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask

#69.4
Glow Recipe

Vitamin C Brightening Korean Guava Toner Pads for Undereye & Cheeks

#29.4
Bobbi Brown

Vitamin Enriched Smoothing Serum with Niacinamide + Vitamin C

#189.4
AESTURA

ATOBARRIER365 Hydro CERA-HA Ceramide + Hyaluronic Acid Face Serum for Skin Moisture Barrier Repair

#39.4
IOPE

XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging

#39.4
OLEHENRIKSEN

Barrier Booster Vitamin C Milky Toner Essence with Niacinamide

#109.4

Frequently asked questions

What does Glycerin do in skincare?

One of the most effective humectants

Is Glycerin safe for sensitive skin?

Glycerin is generally well-tolerated and has no specific concern flags in our database. As with any ingredient, patch-test if you have highly reactive skin.

What products contain Glycerin?

3410 products in our database contain Glycerin. The highest-rated is Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 scoring 9.8/9.8.

Can I use Glycerin every day?

Yes, humectants are gentle enough for daily use and are a staple in most skincare routines. They work well both morning and evening.