Glycerin: What you need to know about it.

A versatile chemical, the glycerin has effects that go beyond the mere increase in skin hydration attributed to its humectant action. It improves the quality of skin and hair through various actions.

• Improving theskin's hydration : The moisturizing action of glycerin operates on two levels. It retains water in the tissues, thus slowing down insensible water loss and improving the level of skin hydration. In addition, glycerol also has an occlusive action. It forms a hydrolipidic film on the surface of the epidermis, which limits water "leakage" and moisture loss.

• Alleviating Skin Irritations: By combating dehydration and flaking, glycerin soothes and reduces irritations and discomfort sensations that may be associated with these phenomena. Known for its emollient properties, it promotes the flexibility and elasticity of the skin, which becomes comfortable again.

• Promoting wound healing: By enhancing the synthesis of lipids and the integrity of the epidermal cells, glycerin activates the skin repair process when it is injured or damaged. It is therefore recommended for treating rough, sunburned skin, or skin with an atopic tendency.

• Participating in cell renewal: While glycerin does not have an exfoliating effect like glycolic acid, for example, it still allows the skin to shed its dead cells more efficiently. It thus contributes to a good renewal of the cells in the stratum corneum.

• Protecting the skin from external aggressions: By forming and strengthening the hydrolipidic film of the epidermis, glycerin acts as a protective agent against external aggressions. It also ensures better cohesion of cells, which contributes to the restoration of the skin's natural defenses.

• Acting as a vehicle in cosmetic preparations: Glycerin is very often used to facilitate the extraction of active ingredients.

When applied topically, glycerin appears to be well tolerated by all skin types. It is generally considered as a safe, non-irritating, and non-sensitizing ingredient. That being said, an allergic reaction can occur. Some studies to date have reported cases of contact dermatitis (redness, heat, itching) after applying glycerin-based skincare, although this is rare. However, this risk is higher if pure glycerin is applied directly to the skin. Therefore, it is preferable to use cosmetic products that have incorporated glycerol into their formula.

Highly popular in the cosmetic industry for its moisturizing properties, the glycerin is almost systematically used in various product ranges, such as skincare, makeup products, hair care, and oral hygiene products. At Typology, it is primarily found in certain facial and body skincare products, whether for normal or sensitive skin.

• From the moment of birth, our cica-repairing balm for face and body is a skin repair accelerator with a pro-massaging texture. Recommended for superficial skin alterations, it regenerates skin cells and reduces signs of inflammation (redness and irritation) thanks to the Centella asiatica (INCI: Centella Asiatica Leaf Cell Extract), promotes the reconstruction of the damaged protective barrier with the help of glycerin andbaobab oil (INCI: Adansonia Digitata Seed), creating a "bandage" effect, limits bacterial adhesion with the copper/zinc complex (INCI: Zinc Sulfate, Copper Sulfate), while reducing red or brown scar marks. The result? The skin regains flexibility and comfort.

• An essential product for daily use, our 9-ingredient face cream effectively fulfills its moisturizing role for healthy skin. Developed for all skin types, it has been designed with only nine ingredients, including hyaluronic acid (INCI: Sodium Hyaluronate), vegetable-derived glycerin, and coconut oil (INCI: Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil). Pleasant to use, the skin feels comfortable and is instantly hydrated.

• Minimalist, our 10-ingredient body moisturizer is free from all questionable ingredients (silicones, mineral oils, fragrances, etc.). This cream takes care of your skin with its moisturizing and emollient action. It's the complementarity of two key ingredients in the formula that helps to effectively hydrate the body's skin for an immediate soothing sensation and protection. Glycerin helps maintain hydration by limiting water loss, while coconut oil forms a protective barrier to ward off external aggressions.

As a vegan and environmentally conscious brand, we do not use animal or synthetic glycerin. We favor plant-based glycerin in our skincare products, derived from botanical extracts (corn oil, palm oil, rapeseed oil, etc.).