✦ Ingredient Glossary

Ingredients starting with G

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Glycerin 10.0%

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

glycerin 26

A humectant that draws moisture into the skin.

Glycerin Bio

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycerin Dimethyl Ether

Solvent and humectant properties

Glycerin Fragrance (parfum)

Fragrance ingredient that can cause irritation

GLYCERIN HYALURONIC ACID

A combination of a humectant (glycerin) and a powerful hydrator (hyaluronic acid) for intense moisture.

Glycerin Methyl Ether

Solvent and humectant properties

Glycerin Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps blend oil and water and soften skin

Glycerin Propanediol

Humectant and solvent that draws moisture into skin and helps dissolve other ingredients

GLYCERIN SQUALANE

A blend of a humectant (glycerin) and an emollient (squalane) for hydration and skin barrier support.

Glycerin Stearate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps blend oil and water and soften skin

Glycerin Stearate SE

Emulsifier and emollient that helps blend oil and water and soften skin

Glycerin Vegetable

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycerin Water

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent

GLYCERIN-OXYBUTYLENE COPOLYMER STEARYL ETHER

A conditioning agent and emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Glycerin.

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycerin. Caprylyl/Capry Glucoside

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and a mild surfactant

Glycerin. Propylene Glycol

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent

GLYCERIN. SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE

A combination of a humectant (glycerin) and a mild surfactant/emulsifier (sodium lauroyl lactylate) for hydration and cleansing.

Glycerin’

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycerin(Plant Origin)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycerin)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycerin*

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

GLYCERIN*

A humectant that draws moisture into the skin, improving hydration.

Glycerin**

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycerin*/​**

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

GLYCERIN/DIMER DILINOLEATE COPOLYMER

A conditioning agent and emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Glycerin/MA/Rosin Acid Copolymer

Film-former and thickener that creates a smooth texture

Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer

Emollient and skin-conditioning agent

Glycerin/Succinic Acid Copolymer Castorate

Emollient and skin-conditioning agent

Glycerin††

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycerin^

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycerin°°°

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycerin⋆⋆⋆

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

glycerine

A humectant that draws moisture into the skin.

Glycerine

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycérine

Humectant that draws moisture into skin.

Glycerine (1% Carbomer 940

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and a thickening agent

Glycerine (Glycerol)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycerine (Hydrating)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycerine (Palm Free)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycerine (Vegetable Derived)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycerine (Vegetable)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycerine*

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycérine**

Humectant that draws moisture into skin.

Glycerl Stearate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps blend oil and water and soften skin

Glycerly Oleate Citrate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps blend oil and water and soften skin

glycerol

A humectant that draws moisture into the skin.

Glycerol

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycerol (Vegetable Glycerin)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Glycerol Formal

Preservative and solvent

Glycerol Monooleate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps blend oil and water and soften skin

Glycerol Monostearate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps blend oil and water and soften skin

Glycerol Polyether-26

Humectant and emollient that draws moisture into skin and softens it

Glycerol Stearate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps blend oil and water and soften skin

Glycerol-2 Diisostearate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps blend oil and water and soften skin

Glycerol-2 Triisostearate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps blend oil and water and soften skin

Glycerol*

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

GLYCEROLESTERS VAN HOUTHARS)

Glycerol esters derived from pine resin, likely used as emollients or emulsifiers.

Glycerophosphoinositol Choline

Skin-conditioning agent and emollient

GlycerSize (Glycerol Powder 65%)

A concentrated form of glycerol, a humectant that draws moisture into the skin.

Glycery Stearate Citrate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps blend oil and water and soften skin

Glyceryl

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin

Glyceryl Acrylate

Film-former and thickener

GLYCERYL ACRYLATE/ ACRYLIC ACID COPOLYMER

A film-forming agent and thickener that can provide texture and stability to formulations.

Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer

Film-former and thickener that creates a smooth texture

Glyceryl Acrylate/​Acrylic Acid Copolymer

Film-former and thickener that creates a smooth texture

Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer (Skin-Conditioner)

Film-former and skin-conditioning agent

Glyceryl Acrylate/AcrylicAcid Copolymer

Film-former and thickener that creates a smooth texture

Glyceryl Arachidonate

Skin-conditioning agent and emollient

Glyceryl Arachidonate(0.3Ppb)

Skin-conditioning agent and emollient

glyceryl behenate

An emollient and emulsifier that conditions the skin.

Glyceryl Behenate

Emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

GLYCERYL BEHENATE

An emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften the skin and stabilize formulations.

Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate

Emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Glyceryl Behenate/​Eicosadioate

Emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosanedioate

Emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

glyceryl caprate

An emollient and emulsifier with potential antimicrobial properties.

Glyceryl Caprate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

GLYCERYL CAPRATE

An emulsifier and emollient with antimicrobial properties, helping to stabilize formulations and condition skin.

glyceryl caprylate

An emollient and emulsifier with antimicrobial and skin-conditioning properties.

Glyceryl caprylate

Acts as an emollient, skin-conditioning agent, and has antimicrobial properties.

Glyceryl Caprylate

Emulsifier, emollient, and skin-conditioning agent that helps stabilize formulations and moisturize the skin.

GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE

An emulsifier, emollient, and skin-conditioning agent with antimicrobial properties.

Glyceryl Caprylate (Coconut-Derived)°°

Emulsifier, emollient, and skin-conditioning agent derived from coconut that helps stabilize formulations and moisturize the skin.

Glyceryl Caprylate (Conservering En Stabilisator)

Emulsifier and stabilizer that helps to maintain the integrity of the product formulation.

Glyceryl Caprylate (Plant-Derived Emulsifier)

Plant-derived emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water components in a formulation.

Glyceryl Caprylate (Plant-Derived Emulsifier)°°

Plant-derived emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water components in a formulation.

Glyceryl Caprylate (Skin-Conditioner)

Skin-conditioning agent that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Glyceryl Caprylate.

Emulsifier, emollient, and skin-conditioning agent that helps stabilize formulations and moisturize the skin.

Glyceryl Caprylate'

Emulsifier, emollient, and skin-conditioning agent that helps stabilize formulations and moisturize the skin.

GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE*

An emulsifier, emollient, and skin-conditioning agent with antimicrobial properties.

Glyceryl Caprylate/Caprate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

Glyceryl Caprylate/​Caprate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

Glyceryl Citrate Crosspolymer

Emulsifier and film-former that helps to create a smooth texture and provide a protective layer on the skin.

GLYCERYL CITRATE CROSSPOLYMER

A film-forming agent and thickener that can provide texture and stability to formulations.

Glyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

Glyceryl Citrate/​Lactate/​Linoleate/​Oleate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

Glyceryl Cocoate

Emollient and surfactant that helps to soften the skin and cleanse.

GLYCERYL COCOATE

An emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften the skin and stabilize formulations.

GLYCERYL COCOYL LEUCINATE

A surfactant and emulsifier derived from glycerin and coconut acid, used for cleansing and stabilizing formulations.

GLYCERYL COLLAGENATE

A derivative of collagen and glycerin, potentially offering moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.

Glyceryl Dibehenate

Emollient and emulsifier that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE

An emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften the skin and stabilize formulations.

GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE/HYDROGENATED ROSINATE

An emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften the skin and stabilize formulations.

GLYCERYL DIERUCATE

An emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften the skin and stabilize formulations.

GLYCERYL DIETHYLSILOXANES

A silicone-based emollient that provides a smooth feel and helps to condition the skin.

GLYCERYL DIFERULATE

A potent antioxidant derived from ferulic acid, offering protection against free radical damage.

Glyceryl Diisostearate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

glyceryl dilaurate

An emollient and emulsifier that softens and smooths the skin.

Glyceryl Dilaurate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

GLYCERYL DILAURATE

An emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften the skin and stabilize formulations.

GLYCERYL DILINOLEATE

An emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften the skin and stabilize formulations.

GLYCERYL DIMETHYLSILOXANES

A silicone-based emollient that provides a smooth feel and helps to condition the skin.

GLYCERYL DIMYRISTATE

An emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften the skin and stabilize formulations.

GLYCERYL DIMYRISTATE/HYDROGENATED ROSINATE

An emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften the skin and stabilize formulations.

Glyceryl Dioleate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

GLYCERYL DIOLEATE

An emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften the skin and stabilize formulations.

GLYCERYL DIOLEATE/LINOLEATE/LINOLENATE

A blend of fatty acid esters that act as emollients and emulsifiers, softening and stabilizing the skin.

GLYCERYL DIRETINOATE

A derivative of retinol (Vitamin A) that offers anti-aging and skin-renewing benefits with potentially less irritation.

GLYCERYL DIRICINOLEATE

An emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften the skin and stabilize formulations.

GLYCERYL DIRICINOLEATE/IPDI COPOLYMER

A film-forming agent and emollient that provides a smooth feel and helps to condition the skin.

Glyceryl Distearate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

GLYCERYL DISTEARATE

An emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften the skin and stabilize formulations.

GLYCERYL ERUCATE

An emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften the skin and stabilize formulations.

Glyceryl Ethyl Methicone

Emollient and conditioning agent that provides a smooth feel on the skin.

GLYCERYL ETHYLHEXANOATE

An emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Glyceryl Ethylhexanoate/​Stearate/​Adipate

Emollient and emulsifier that helps to soften and stabilize formulations.

Glyceryl Glucoside

Humectant that helps to improve skin hydration and barrier function.

GLYCERYL GLUCOSIDE

A humectant that helps to hydrate the skin and improve its moisture-binding capacity.

Glyceryl Glucoside(Aquaporine)

Humectant that enhances skin hydration by improving water channels.

Glyceryl Glycyrrhetinate

Soothing agent derived from licorice root that helps to calm irritated skin.

GLYCERYL GLYCYRRHETINATE

A derivative of licorice root extract with anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Glyceryl Heptanoate

Emollient and skin-conditioning agent that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

GLYCERYL HEPTANOATE

An emollient and emulsifying agent that helps to soften the skin and stabilize formulations.

Glyceryl Hydrogenated Rosinate

Emollient and emulsifier that helps to soften and stabilize formulations.

GLYCERYL HYDROGENATED ROSINATE

Emollient and emulsifier that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

GLYCERYL HYDROGENATED SOYATE

Emollient and emulsifier that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Glyceryl Hydroxystearate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

Glyceryl Iso - stearate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

Glyceryl Isostearate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

Glyceryl Isostearate/Myristate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

Glyceryl lactate

Acts as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent, potentially exfoliating.

Glyceryl Lanolate

Emollient that helps to soften and moisturize the skin.

GLYCERYL LANOLATE

Emollient that softens and conditions the skin.

glyceryl laurate

An emollient and emulsifier with potential antimicrobial properties.

Glyceryl Laurate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

GLYCERYL LAURATE

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and soften skin.

Glyceryl Laurate Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate

A combination of an emulsifier and a mild surfactant that helps to cleanse and condition the skin.

GLYCERYL LAURATE SE

Self-emulsifying agent that helps to create stable oil-in-water emulsions.

Glyceryl Laurate*

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

GLYCERYL LAURATE/OLEATE

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and soften skin.

Glyceryl Linoleate

Emollient and skin-conditioning agent that helps to moisturize and improve skin barrier function.

GLYCERYL LINOLEATE

Emollient and skin-conditioning agent that helps to improve skin barrier function.

Glyceryl Linoleate (Emollient

Emollient that helps to soften and moisturize the skin.

Glyceryl Linolenate

Emollient and skin-conditioning agent that helps to moisturize and improve skin barrier function.

GLYCERYL LINOLENATE

Emollient and skin-conditioning agent that helps to improve skin barrier function.

Glyceryl Linolenate(0.3Ppb)

Emollient and skin-conditioning agent that helps to moisturize and improve skin barrier function.

Glyceryl Mono Laurate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

Glyceryl Mono Sterate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

Glyceryl Mono Sterate (Se)

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

Glyceryl Monostearate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

GLYCERYL MONOSTEARATE

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and soften skin.

Glyceryl Monostearate (E471)

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

Glyceryl Monostearate (Se)

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

Glyceryl Monostearate Se

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

GLYCERYL MONTANATE

Emollient and thickening agent that helps to soften skin and improve texture.

Glyceryl Myristate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

GLYCERYL MYRISTATE

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and soften skin.

glyceryl oleate

An emollient and emulsifier that softens and conditions the skin.

Glyceryl Oleate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

GLYCERYL OLEATE

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and soften skin.

Glyceryl Oleate (Fatty Acid From Sunflower)

Emollient derived from sunflower that helps to soften and moisturize the skin.

Glyceryl Oleate (Plant Based Surfactants)

Plant-based surfactant that helps to cleanse and emulsify.

Glyceryl Oleate (Skin-Conditioner)

Skin-conditioning agent that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Glyceryl Oleate Citrate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

GLYCERYL OLEATE CITRATE

Emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent that helps to stabilize formulations and soften skin.

GLYCERYL OLEATE SE

Self-emulsifying agent that helps to create stable oil-in-water emulsions.

Glyceryl Oleate*

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

GLYCERYL OLEATE/ELAIDATE

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and soften skin.

Glyceryl Olivate

Emulsifier and emollient derived from olive oil that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

GLYCERYL OLIVATE

Emollient and emulsifier derived from olive oil, providing moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.

GLYCERYL OLIVATE OLEATE ESTOLIDES

Emollient and skin-conditioning agent that helps to moisturize and improve skin texture.

Glyceryl Palmitate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

Glyceryl Palmitoleate

Emollient and skin-conditioning agent that helps to moisturize and improve skin barrier function.

Glyceryl Polyacrylate

Thickener and film-former that helps to create a gel-like consistency and a smooth feel on the skin.

GLYCERYL POLYISOBUTENYLSUCCINATE

Emulsifier and conditioning agent that helps to stabilize formulations and provide a smooth feel.

Glyceryl Polymethacrylate

Thickener and film-former that helps to create a gel-like consistency and a smooth feel on the skin.

Glyceryl Ricinoleate

Emollient and emulsifier that helps to soften and stabilize formulations.

GLYCERYL RICINOLEATE

Emollient and emulsifier that helps to soften and condition the skin.

GLYCERYL RICINOLEATE SE

Self-emulsifying agent that helps to create stable oil-in-water emulsions.

Glyceryl Rosinate

Emollient and emulsifier that helps to soften and stabilize formulations.

GLYCERYL ROSINATE

Emollient and emulsifier derived from rosin, used to soften and smooth the skin.

Glyceryl Rosinate**

Emollient and emulsifier that helps to soften and stabilize formulations.

glyceryl searate

An emollient and emulsifier that softens and smooths the skin.

GLYCERYL SESQUIOLEATE

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and soften skin.

GLYCERYL STARCH

Emollient and thickening agent that helps to moisturize and improve skin texture.

Glyceryl Stea - rate

Emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize formulations and condition the skin.

glyceryl stearate

An emollient and emulsifier that softens and smooths the skin.

Glyceryl stearate

Acts as an emollient, emulsifier, and emollient to create a smooth texture and prevent water loss.