Glycerin

Glycerin can be used in your formula for making gelatin appliances to increase the appliance's flexibility and hold.

Glycerin is used in the baking and brewing industry. It is a sweetener, solvent, additive, and a humectant in that it can preserve moisture. The baking industry uses it in baked goods such as candy, energy bars, and fudge to maintain a constant level of water. Vegetable Glycerin is one of the safest and most versatile ingredients.

As an ingredient in personal care products, Glycerin is used in cosmetic, soaps, toothpaste, shaving cream, and skin and hair care products.  After water, glycerin is the most frequently used cosmetic ingredient. It is a humectant which prevents the premature loss of moisture from cosmetics and personal care products so they don’t dry out. This also make it a great choice for hair conditioning products. Additionally, Glycerin is a outstanding skin moisturizer.


Characteristics

Glycerin is a clear liquid with a slightly sweet taste. It also gives off a mild odor. Glycerin is soluble in water, mixes with ethanol, and is slightly soluble in acetone. It is stable under normal conditions.