VITATEKA vegetable glycerine (99.9%) is one of the most versatile cosmetic ingredients. It is a clear, viscous liquid of plant origin, prized for its ability to attract and hold moisture. Glycerine suits skin and hair care and is indispensable in homemade cosmetics.

What glycerine is and how it works

Glycerine is a humectant: it attracts water molecules and helps hold them on the surface of skin and hair. At the same time vegetable glycerine does not clog pores and helps maintain the skin's natural moisture level. It dissolves beautifully in water, so it blends easily into almost any water-based cosmetic recipe.

  • plant origin, 99.9% purity, pharmaceutical grade;
  • INCI: Glycerin — a single ingredient, with no unnecessary additives;
  • compatible with most cosmetic ingredients.

How to use it in homemade cosmetics

Glycerine works best as part of water-based products, rather than neat on dry skin. A few simple ideas:

  • In creams and lotions — add a small amount of glycerine to your favourite cream or your own recipe for extra moisture;
  • Toners and mists — dissolve a little glycerine in water or a floral hydrosol for a moisturising toner;
  • Masks — add it to face and body masks to enhance the feeling of softness;
  • For hair — add it to masks and leave-in products: glycerine helps retain moisture and improves the look of your hair.

Tip: add glycerine in a small percentage and always together with a water phase. Before first use, do a patch test on a small area of skin.

What to pair it with

Glycerine is a great base for beauty rituals. Its effect is nicely complemented by finished products that contain it, such as a hand cream with hyaluronic acid, shea butter and glycerine or the SHIK Elixir glycerine cream. Fans of natural care will also like other VITATEKA products — camphor oil for the body and the versatile Vitaon-V balm spray. Find more options in the "Facial care", "Body care" and "Hair care" sections.

Storage

Store in a tightly closed bottle, in a cool, dry and dark place at +5 °C to +25 °C. The best-before date is shown on the packaging.

Precautions

For external use only. Keep out of the reach of children. Do not use in case of hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients. If an allergic reaction occurs, stop using it and consult a doctor. VITATEKA glycerine is manufactured in the European Union.

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