- Glycerine, formally known as Glycerol, is a natural organic compound made from animal fat or extracted from plant oils, such as coconut or olive. It has a liquid texture which is transparent, colourless and odourless. It is a natural humectant which means it has the ability to attract water to itself and retain moisture. This, along with its solubility in both water and alcohol, makes Glycerine useful for many applications in various different industries. It is used in products such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, healthcare, food and much more.
Applications:
Glycerine is an important supplement to the food industry. This is due to the fact it’s used to replace alcohol and to artificially sweeten foods such as dairy products, meats, processed fruits, without causing blood sugar levels to rise. This makes it an ideal additive for products that appeal to diabetics, or people who want to cut down on their sugar intake.
In the medical industry, manufacturers use Glycerine for its ability to speed-up healing and fading of scars, soothe itchiness and burning sensations. It is also used as an additive in hand sanitizers to reduce the drying side-effects of the alcohol used therein.
For skincare, Glycerine helps our skin to retain moisture; absorbing easily without clogging pores. Due to its soothing consistency, it is gentle enough to be used by those with sensitive skin and is used extensively in baby products. These unique properties have made Glycerine one the most popular cosmetic additives worldwide.
Sustainability:
Glycerine has played a vital role in serving a wide range of industries and pharmaceuticals and has been used by man for hundreds of years. It is thought to be the oldest organic molecule isolated by man, having been formed when making soap from animal fats. Nowadays, Glycerine can be sourced from plant based sources such as coconut or rapeseed oil, making it both sustainable and vegan friendly.
Future:
Future uses of Glycerine are just as promising as its beginnings, it’s applications will only continue to expand due to growing demands of products from industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and more.
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