Glycerin is a colorless organic compound formed of carbon, oxygen, and hydrogen. Glycerin is water soluble. It tastes very sweet. Glycerin’s main uses are for skin care products as it can stimulate and rejuvenate the skin. Most skin products such as soaps, moisturizers, lotions, and hair products such as shampoos and conditioners contain glycerin. Below are a few skin uses of glycerin:
1. Glycerin can be Used as Skin Moisturizer
If you take a spoon of glycerin and add it to a few drops of
water then apply it to your face daily before sleep, your skin will be moisturized
and softened. When glycerin is applied to the skin, it
seals in moisture that might escape and helps maintain the skin's water.
2. Glycerin is used in Anti-Aging Products
Take an egg white and beat it until frothy. Add a teaspoon
of honey and glycerin. Mix well and apply to your
face in a circular motion. Leave for 15 minutes and wash off with warm water.
3. Glycerin is Used for Dry Skin Treatment
Glycerin helps skin to look less scaly, makes it to glow, and
looks healthier as well as younger. Glycerin has a therapeutic effect on
wounds and other skin diseases thus topping up on making the skin look smoother, supple, soft and healthier.
4. Use Glycerin for Treatment of Acne
Apply glycerin directly on acne, pimples,
mouth ulcers, and scars as a home treatment.
5. Glycerin can Make Face Cleanser
Mix 4 spoons of milk with 1 spoon of glycerin. Apply to your
face with a cotton wool. Leave it on for 15 minutes or even overnight.
6. Most Lip Balms Contain Glycerin
Glycerin is one of the most common ingredients in lip balms
because of its hydrating properties. It
is used to hydrate cracked lips.
7. Use Glycerin to Moisturize your Nails
After removing your nail polish or nails, apply a little bit
of glycerin on your nails to keep them soft.
