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What is Glycerin?
Glycerin, a natural compound made from animal fats and vegetable oils, is commonly used as a moisturizer for skin hydration and protection. At CVS Pharmacy®, you can find a wide range of glycerin products to help bind moisture in your skin cells for deep hydration, leaving your skin softer and healthier.
What is Glycerin Used For?
Glycerin works by pulling water into the external layer of the skin from air and deeper skin levels. Studies suggest that glycerin can have a positive effect on your skin and can improve its skin barrier function. So, if you have rough, dry, or itchy skin or irritations, you can use glycerin medication to improve your skin condition with its gentle and moisturizing qualities. It is even more preferred as a soap ingredient for sensitive skin types because regular soaps with fragrances contain harsh ingredients that can make the skin itchy and dry it out faster.
Here are a few applications of glycerin for your skin:
• Gentle cleansers - Cleansers with glycerin won't add oils to your skin or clog your pores. It is an excellent cleanser if you have acne-prone skin. Cleansers with glycerin can be applied to any skin type as it washes dirt and grease away without causing dryness or skin irritation.
• Toners - Toners with glycerin are also a great choice to freshen up your skin without feeling sticky or greasy. They are perfect for those with oily skin types to hydrate their skin with a light and refreshing mist.
• Sunscreen - Glycerin is also used in sunscreen products so that you are not only protected against harmful UV rays, your skin is also moisturized at the same time. The glycerin ingredient helps your sunscreen become more spreadable.
• Face Masks - Some face masks use glycerin to brighten up the skin. It ensures fast hydration and prevents aging.
• Moisturizers - Moisturizing is glycerin's most impressive feature. It is used as a humectant in various moisturizing products such as body lotion, hand cream, foot lotions, face cream, and many more. Because of its gentle feature, it's a preferred ingredient in baby skincare products as well.
Aside from being a humectant, other uses of glycerin include:
• A thickening agent
• A sweetening agent
• A preservative
• A hyperosmotic laxative
Applying products with glycerin to your skin can give it a youthful and healthy glow. Overall, it improves skin function and slows down any signs of aging. Shop from the wide selection of skincare products containing glycerin at CVS Pharmacy® to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and achieve soft and smooth young-looking skin.
Glycerin Suppository
Glycerin can also act as a type of laxative known as hyperosmotic laxative. Glycerin suppositories can work as quickly as 15 minutes to an hour after use. It works by drawing water into the intestines to help ease the pain of constipation. Glycerin suppositories can be used on both adults and children, but make sure to use the proper kind for each age group. Always consult your doctor if there is any concern on usage of a glycerin suppository prior to using one.
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