As sweet as nectar is not all that glycerin is about, it also has some profound health and beauty benefits to offer. You will be surprised to know that this natural humectant is also used to treat minor health woes like constipation to more serious ailments such as cerebral edema. Thanks to its therapeutic properties, glycerin is used in treating a myriad of skin conditions. It is in fact one of the most common ingredients found in most beauty products on the market today. Today, HNBT sheds light on how you can use glycerin to reveal a much more radiant, soft and supple skin! But, before we go into glycerin uses for skin, let us first go through the composition of this miracle skin serum.
Glycerin, a sugar-alcohol compound, (the pure chemical product is called Glycerol, while the impure commercial product is called Glycerin) is an organic compound composed of carbon, oxygen and hydrogen. It’s a thick (viscous), colorless and odorless liquid. It is soluble in water, sweet to taste and is non-toxic too. It is used extensively in the making of soaps, anti-ageing gels, and even moisturizers. It is also is widely used as ingredients in drugs and pharmaceuticals, food sweetening and in the paper and printing industry to make printing ink.
It is 100% natural and nourishes your skin from within. With glycerin, you can bid adieu to side effects such as rashes and breakouts and welcome a soft and supple skin!
And, now it is time for the many uses of glycerin.
19 Glycerin Uses For Skin and How To Use It?
- It can be used as a cleanser.
- It can be used as a toner.
- It is a wonderful skin moisturizer.
- Applying the diluted version makes hands smooth.
- It helps retain moisture in the skin and thus nourishes dry skin.
- It plays an important role in cell maturation.
- It cures oily skin problems like pimples, acne and blackhead.
- It is 100% natural and gentle on the skin and thus can be used on infants and kids.
- Glycerin is non-toxic in nature, and can be used to treat chapped lips.
- It can be used to treat mouth ulcers.
- Wash your feet well and apply glycerine on your cracked heels. It works like magic in healing your cracked heels overnight.
- It can also be used as a sunscreen to some extent.
- It removes clogged impurities and helps in lightening skin shade.
- Glycerin also gives the skin a soft and supple feel.
- Apply a coat of glycerine on your nails after removing nail paint. It prevents them from looking dried up.
- Apply raw glycerine directly on scars that are especially caused burns, acne or wounds to get rid of them. Also read : Remedies To Get Rid Of Body Acne
- People with dry skin can apply raw or diluted glycerine on skin. It is way better than those costly creams and parlour treatments.
- It can be used for skin lightening.
- It helps reduce wrinkles thus makes the skin look younger.
While any form of glycerin will work the same magic on your skin, our votes go out to vegetable glycerin. So, what is vegetable glycerin? And, how can it be used to better your complexion and skin health? Read on to find out!
Vegetable Glycerin
Vegetable glycerin is a colorless and odorless liquid. It’s produced from vegetable oils (plant oils, palm oils or coconut oils). It is widely used in cosmetic products, foods and as a replacement for alcohol in herbal and botanical tincture.
Vegetable Glycerin Uses For Skin
- It is used for anti-ageing treatments.
- It is used as replacement of alcohol in herbal tinctures.
- It is used in acne treatments.
- It is used in washing soaps and gels.
- It helps in retaining skin moisture.
- It shows positive effects on skin cancer.
You may also read about petroleum jelly and its benefits.
How Can Glycerin Be Used On Skin?
1) For Soft Skin:
Who does not dream of baby like soft skin? If your skin is dry and lifeless, then it is time you tried Glycerin. It is inexpensive, easy to use and works wonders on dry and parched skin. Massaging your skin with glycerin diligently every single day will help reveal hydrated, fair and glowing skin that you have always dreamt of
How to Use: Mix a tablespoon of glycerin with ten tablespoons of water. Apply this before going to bed at night. Wash off the next morning.
Also read: How to Get Soft Hands?
2) Anti-ageing treatment:
If your skin is riddled with fine lines and wrinkles, you are sure to benefit from using glycerin. This gooey liquid has been used since time immemorial in treating myriad of skin conditions, especially wrinkles and other signs of ageing.
How to Use: Break an egg white into a bowl and gently beat it using a spoon until it is light and frothy. To this add a teaspoon of honey and one teaspoon of glycerin. Mix well and apply it onto your face using your fingertips in upward circular strokes. Leave it on for about 20 minutes and wash off with warm water. The egg white helps remove the impurities and keeps the skin clean and soft.
Must read : 10 Quick Home Remedies For Acne
3) Toner:
While the market is loaded with toners for every budget, it is important that you choose a toner that suits your skin type. More often than not, you will end up spending a fortune on a product that does not suit your skin. So, if you are on the lookout for a toner that works and does not cost a bomb, you are in luck. Glycerin is skin friendly and suitable for all skin types. You can include glycerin as a part of your daily beauty regimen.
How to Use: Mix a teaspoon of glycerin with some rose water in a cup. The best proportion to follow is one-fourth cup of glycerin to 1 1/2 cups of rose water. Mix well and pour it into a spray bottle for easy use!
Also read: Uses of Rose Water For Skin and Hair
4) Moisturizer:
If you suffer from dry and scaly skin, this clear, odorless liquid is your new must-have product. Glycerin is worth all the praise it gets. It is a natural humectant and hence helps in retaining moisture and water in the skin. It is easy to apply and results begin to show at the very first application.
How to Use: Mix about 250 ml of glycerin with two tablespoon of fresh lime juice in a bowl. Mix the ingredients using a spoon and pour it into a clean and dry glass bottle. Lather this mixture onto your skin just like regular moisturizer. Though the mixture may be sticky, we suggest applying it at night before going to bed for better results.
OR
If wearing glycerin to bed does not appeal to you, here is another quick way of reaping the benefits of glycerin without having to soil your pillow case. Take one tablespoon each of Vitamin E oil, Vaseline and glycerin. Mix the ingredients well and apply half-an-hour before you head into the shower. Within a few days, your skin will feel softer and moisturized. This works well on all skin types.
Must read: How to Get Rid of Chapped Lips?
5) Cleanser:
Why experiment with dozens of cosmetics laden with chemicals? Go au naturel and try glycerin instead. When applied topically, glycerin gently removes dirt and dust from the skin and cleanses the skin from within.
How to Use:Throw in two tablespoons of vegetable derived glycerin and fruit fresh (citrus acid) into a bowl. If you are using this only on your skin, then you may add a single teaspoon of fruit fresh. Mix the two ingredients well. You should get a milky solution. So, keep adding more fruit fresh until the solution turns milky. Apply this on your face, arms and neck and wash off once it dries up. You can also leave it on overnight and wash off with lukewarm water the next morning.
OR
Mix 3 teaspoons of milk with 1 teaspoon of gly’in. Apply it on your face and leave it overnight. You can use this paste on your hands and feet too. Wash off the next morning as usual. Note: Make sure this mixture doesn’t get into your eyes.
Also read: How To Get Rid Of Heat Rash?
6) Acne treatment:
Include glycerin into your beauty routine and bid sayonara to acne and say hello to supple, radiant skin. Not only will glycerin cleanse the skin and combat acne, but it will also lock in moisture to curb dryness naturally.
How to Use: Take one tablespoon of gly’in, 1/2 tablespoon of Borax powder and camphor in a bowl. Add a glass of distilled water to these ingredients and mix well using a spoon such that no lumps are formed. Apply on face and wash it off with lukewarm water once it has dried. You may wash your face again with cold water to remove stickiness and to close the pores on your skin.
7) Blackhead treatment:
Anyone afflicted with blackheads will agree that they are no less than a nightmare. Even the most expensive products sometimes fail in getting rid of blackheads. But, now you have a remedy that really works. Yes, glycerin works well in treating blackheads. Add a few skin friendly ingredients to glycerin and voila you have a homemade blackhead removal remedy ready!
How to Use:
For natural blackhead treatment, take fullers earth, almond powder and a few drops of gly’rin. Mix one tablespoon of fullers earth, two teaspoon of glycerin and four tablespoon of almond powder in a bowl to make a paste. Apply it on areas affected with blackheads. Rinse it off with cold water once it dries.
Also read: 15 Remedies For Dry Skin Problem
8) Reduces Blemishes:
Religious use of this well-known tear stimulator, can help reduce blemishes and redness on the face. It can also soothe itchy and flaky skin. Glycerin helps maintain thudration and pH levels in the skin and thereby nourishes and reveals younger, brighter and radiant skin in no time at all.
How to Use: Simply apply a generous amount of glycerin to your skin or mix it with some Vaseline or milk and apply. Leave it on until it dries and wipe clean with a moist wash cloth.
Glycerin is natural, it is soft on the skin and is loaded with anti-bacterial properties. Use it as a cleanser, toner or in any other form. And, you will be blessed with soft baby like skin that you will fall in love with.
Must read: How to Get Rid of Dark Spots on Skin?
9) Softens dry lips:
If you desire pink and soft lips, all you need is a few drops of glycerin. It is gentle on the skin and can be used every day to soften your lips. It moisturizes your lips, and alleviates symptoms such as flaking and bleeding.
How to Use: All you need to do is coat your lips with a layer of honey and glycerin. Let it stay and resist the urge to lap it up. Once it has dried, you can wipe it off with a clean wash cloth. Do this every day until your lips feel soft again.
Also read: Natural Home Remedies Get Soft and Pink Lips
10) Treats mouth ulcers:
Mouth ulcers and canker sores bothering you? Ditch the medicated ointments and go natural. Try glycerin if you suffer from painful and stubborn mouth ulcers and sores. It is better, safer and yes, it works!
How to Use: Make a paste of glycerin and a pinch of turmeric. Now, apply this paste on the ulcers using a clean ear bud. Leave it on for 20 minutes and wash off. Do this every alternate day for a quick relief from ulcers.
Must read: Home Remedies to Cure Mouth Ulcers
11) Exfoliates dry skin:
Glycerin can do more than just moisturizing your skin. It can also exfoliate dead cells and reveal younger and brighter looking skin. It exfoliates dead cells from not just your skin but also lips.
How to Use: Mix equal parts of sugar and glycerin in a cup. Add a few drops of aloe to this to make a body scrub that exfoliates and moisturizes your skin. Lather the formula in your skin and massage a few minutes before you wash off.
Also read: How To Get Rid of Dry Hands?
12) Treats minor burns:
Whether your burn is caused by heat, radiation, or electricity, it is important that you use a natural remedy to treat it. Using medicated ointments will certainly help but will leave you skin dry and parched. Glycerin can be safely used to treat burns. It is mild on the skin and helps alleviate other symptoms such as itching and burning that accompanies burns.
How to Use: Use a few drops of glycerin directly on the skin. Leave it on for 20 minutes, wash off and repeat as many times as you can in a day.
Must read: 11 Uses and Benefits Of Jojoba Oil For Skin
13) Helps treat razor burns:
Have you suffered from nicks and cuts while shaving? You aren’t alone. Several hundred men and women suffer from razor burns. This happens when your skin is very sensitive and the hair is too thick and coarse. But, now you can use glycerin to not only soothe nicks, cuts and burns but also moisturize your skin after a shave.
How to Use: Make a homemade lotion using one tablespoon of dried calendula flowers and half a cup of witch hazel extract. You may add comfrey leaves to this and let the mixture stay for about 2 weeks. Now add 4 drops of sandalwood and lavender essential oil each, quarter cup rose water, and a quarter cup of vegetable glycerin to half a cup of the solution prepared. Use this instead of your after-shave lotion to soothe razor burns.
Also read: How To Get Rid of Razor Burns?
14) Diaper Rashes:
Diaper rashes can leave your baby in excruciating pain and discomfort. Bring back that million dollar smile on your lil’ one’s face, by using glycerin to treat the rashes quickly and effectively.
How to Use: You can make a homemade remedy using one tablespoon of beewax, half a cup of shea butter, quarter cup of coconut oil, and two large tablespoons of vegetable glycerin. Add the shea butter, coconut oil as well as the beewax into a saucepan and heat till it melts. Once the ingredients have melted, add the glycerin to it and beat the ingredients in a blender till it becomes creamy. Store in a jar and use till your baby gets relief from the rashes.
Must read: 6 Home Remedies For Diaper Rash
How to Make Glycerin at Home?
Glycerin like you already know is used in drugs, food sweetening and even the printing industry. You can however make glycerin at home. You will need to use protective gloves since you will be dealing with high temperatures.
So, what do you need? You will need 4 teaspoons of lye and 2 cups of vegetable oil with a cup of water. You may buy lye from companies that sell soap ingredients or simply make it yourself from water and wood ash.
Heat the ingredients up in a pot and place a thermometer in it. You will have to stir the mixture constantly for at least 20 minutes or until the thermometer reads 125 deg F. Now, reduce the heat till the temperature drops to about 100 deg F.
Now, take the pot off the flame and allow it to thicken. Next, add in 4 teaspoons of salt while it is still hot.
Let the mixture cool down and observe soap forming at the top and glycerin at the bottom of the pot. You can separate the mixture by straining the soap out. Mold the glycerin in shapes you like.
That’s all from us about glycerin and its benefits. If you think we have missed out something, do let us know. Thank you for visiting us.
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Ruth...
These awesome!! Wait till I try it on….
baja7475
I have a slight allergy to plant based (palm) glycerin, is there a way to determine if a company is using synthetic or plant based glycerin?
amaka
Can I use it as normal body cream without mixing it with anything
debshikha banerjee
Hello Amaka,
Welcome to HNBT. 🙂
Coming to your query, the raw glycerin is a really thick liquid. So if you want to want to use it as a cream , you might not be able to massage it off well. Moreover, its sweet to taste. So watch out for ants. (*wink*)
I have never heard or seen anyone using raw glycerin as body cream apart from cracked heels or chapped lips. The diluted version is enough for body cream. Plus when yo apply something on your body, make sure it goes with your skin type. Consult a physician before doing so. If it’s compatible and give it a try, do let us your experience in the comments below.
Have a good day! 🙂
Regards
Debshikha
ANUKRITI
I use the undiluted version in night. The skin becomes soft and supple.
RB
I use undiluted glycerin for my body and face. For me it has been great. I use no other moisturizers for lotions.
Amen
your post was really helpful… I’m an African and dark skinned I hav dark sunburns beside my eyes. I wuld like to know if glycerine and rosewater can get rid of them, I purchased Eden glycerin and rose water. Thanks.
debshikha banerjee
Hello Amen
Welcome to HNBT 🙂
Glycerin gives immediate relief to sunburn because it hydrates the skin and gives immediate relief to the burn. So you can use it on your body. I’m sure you know that our face is much more sensitive that the rest of the body. So applying anything without consulting a physician would be really not advised. Plus glycerin will not help you get rid of the tan.
One homemade recipe I use to get rid of tan is applying curd. You can give it a try and let me know how it works out for you. 🙂
Thank You 🙂
Have a good day!
Regards
Debshikha
Angel ashna
Thanks ur post is very help full. …How can it help for dark circles????
debshikha banerjee
Hello Angel Ashna
Welcome to HNBT
You can mix orange juice and glycerin and apply on the dark circles with a cotton ball. Leave it on for 2-3 minutes and wash off with water. Repeated use will give you results soon 🙂
Or you can check out a blog post on ‘Getting rid of dark circles naturally’. Here is the link http://healthnbodytips.com/dark-circles-under-eyes.html/
Thanks for visiting us. Let us know how things worked out for you.
Regards
Debshikha
Asma
Hi,
Can I use glycerin with water to moisturize my hands and feet ..? I use vaseline on my hands and feet before bed ..should I avoid using vaseline before bed if I use glycerin ?
debshikha banerjee
Hello Asma
Welcome to HNBT!
I have always used glycerin diluted with water to moisturize my hands and feet during the winter months. It is a wonderful moisturizer.
If vaseline does wonders to you, stick to it. You need not change to glycerin. But if it isn’t working, you may go for glycerin. But remember, DO NOT use two products at a time.
Let us know how things worked out for you.Thanks for visiting.
Regards
Debshikha
Eva
You told her not to mix the two, yet in the article it is listed together specifically for dry skin. Did you not write the article? Glycerin and petroleum jelly are fine together mixing them should cause absolute zero negative effects.
debshikha banerjee
Hello Eva
I have heard from experts not to use two products at a time(but using a combination in a mixture is fine). For example, if you have used vaseline for a long time then you should stick to it. What I am telling her is to either go for vaseline or glycerine alltogether. Or if she wishes to use the mixture as suggested in the post, she should follow the proportions that has been mentioned.
In other words, 100% glycerin OR 100% vaseline OR the mixture as stated in the post above.
Regards
Debshikha
Aq
I’m still very confused as to why it would matter. They’re not retinoids, they’re moisturizers.
Akshara
Hello how to use glycerin for black dots and acne all over the face?
debshikha banerjee
Hi Akshara,
Welcome to HNBT
We have already mentioned above in the post about how to use glycerin for acne. As for black dots, what exactly do you mean? Can you please clarify a bit more.
Regards
Debshikha
Chandi
What about Pigmentation. There are 4 deep dark places in my face. Will it disapprear by uginh diluted glycerine. Advice me
Chandi
ok
Vivian
I have stretch mark so much in body, but I ordered p+50 Glycerine. Is it good for the stretch mark
Dr.shyam rankawat
hey…guise….
acne is due to mainly sebaceous gland secretion. …..than you use cleanser like…glycerin to remove impurities. ….and another drug to stop them ……
sharmila
can anyone pls suggest me how to get rid of black circles under the eyes..
Richard
Get yourself some vitamin b3(niacin) gel caps, some lemon juice, and honey. First mix 1/2 cup of Vegetable Glycerin with 1/4 cup honey. Add 5 tsp of lemon juice and bust open and add 4 or so niacin gel gaps.
The honey and lemon juice are natural skin whiteners, while the niacin is both a skin whitener and will locally increase the blood flow in that area. Pepper or mint can also be added to increase blood flow, but it is easy to over do it which may irritate the skin.
Richard
Oh, and if it is too sticky or slimy, you can mix with yogurt until you have a consistancy you like. Yogurt contains lactic acid, which has known skin lightening properties.
sebestain
Hi..Ms. debshikha Banerjee….thankyou for your post i need a suggestion from you to fairer my skin as i regularly use moisturizer and my hands is already smooth & supple..hw can u hlp me in this matter..
Regards
sebestain
debshikha banerjee
Hello Sebestain,
Glad to know you already have smooth and supple hands, do keep looking after them. For fairer skin, read Best Skin whitening Home Remedies(Natural Remedies) at http://healthnbodytips.com/best-skin-whitening-home-remedies-creams.html/. For any queries on this regard, drop them at the comment box below the post. 🙂
Happy Sunday 🙂
Regards
Debshikha
sumera
Hi actually I had been to my native due to heat my skin have tanned so plzz advice me something best to remove this
debshikha banerjee
Hi Sumera
Skin tan can be best removed with curd(as I do). Apply it and let it dry. Wash off and DO NOT apply anything on your face immediately after that. Curd also leaves behind slight smell. In case you don’t like the idea, you can cut a slice of tomato or lemon and keep rubbing it gently on your face till there is no juice left. Wash off with normal water. Do it regularly and you tans will start vanishing eventually.
Happy Sunday 🙂
Regards
Debshikha
Bhupendra
Can i use glyserin rose water on my face for moisture..and as usual i use nivia men moisture on face..is it okay for mah face
debshikha banerjee
Hi Bhupendra,
Welcome to HNBT. 🙂
Yes, the duo work wonder on skin. But since you already use one product(as you mentioned), it would suggest you don’t use two products at the same time. If Nivia Men suits you, go with it. But if you want to switch over to using glycerin and rose water, do consult a dermatologist and confirm if they are suitable. Since we are talking about your face, let’s not experiment and take a chance 🙂
Happy Sunday 🙂
Regards
Debshikha
Akano Adebola
I’ve been using vaseline for quite sometime, now I’m interested in using Glycerine mixed with Olive Oil and Rosemary Essential Oil as moisturizer. I need a direction on the quantity to mix on each product.
Utukx
Can I use glycerine as a masturbation cream?
Falguni Sarkar
Hi..I am suffering from severe ichthyosis vulgaris. How can glycerine be helpful to treat the disease? Please help!
debshikha banerjee
Hello Falguni,
Really sorry to hear around your disease. But I would suggest that you shouldn’t take any risk and consult a doctor first.
Get Well Soon
Regards and Best Wishes
Debshikha
falguni
thanks….its not a disease actually its a skin disorder..thank you bdw
falguni
thanks Debsikha..
Gary
I have used vegetable glycerin for 3 or 4 years. applying it as I get out of the shower.
I notice that the hair on my legs, arms and chest have disappeared. Is this a side effect of using the glycerin?
lem
Dear falguni,
I have had severe ichthyosis my whole life. Vegetable glycerin has been the best thing that has ever happened for my skin! I didn’t find out about it until I was in my 20’s. Rub it all over your body WHILE YOUR SKIN IS STILL WET, RIGHT AFTER A SHOWER OR SOAK! It doesn’t work as well if your skin is dry. I normally do not dilute it with anything, little bit will go a long way. You can get glycerin at a pharmacy or on line. It’s harmless and just attracts moisture. I wish someone told me when I was a kid. I suffered and hated my life. Using it even made my skin look better and not even flake… just lines. Good luck and I know what you’re going through.
Sylvi
Hi please i jst wish to know first how to make green veins become invisible
2ndly,how to layer the skin when using mioturizer,vitE & glycerin.
debshikha banerjee
Hey Sylvi,
By green veins do you mean varicose veins?? And do you want to make a mixture out of these three and apply?? I’m confused.
Regards
Debshikha
preeti Sanam
How can glycerine be used on flaky and rough skin
debshikha banerjee
Hi Preeti,
Yes. Glycerin is excellent for dry and flaky skin. Even the most diluted version of glycerin works wonders on the skin. And for rough hands, I have personally used glycerin.
Regards
Debshikha
Ramya L N
Hi Debshikha,
I have a hair growth in my hands and on my face, doctor told me not to wax regularly as i m very allergic to it and even my hands are rough and bit dark so m using Glycerin, Rose water and Lime mixed in a bottle and have stored it and i am applying it every night. Please let me know if its good the main reason is i need to reduce my hair growth and should become fair.
Regards
Ramya
Maria
Is this glycerine same as the one used in kitchen
debshikha banerjee
Hi there,
For what purpose do you use glycerin in kitchen? I haven’t heard anyone doing so.
Regards
Debshikha
Meagan
I am very anxious to try glycerin on my acne scars but can only find vegetable glycerin. Can u tell me where I can find raw glycerin? Thank you, I am desperate!
Kelechi
I have dark knees, can glycerine remove the darkness?
Keerthana Nair
Hi Kelechi, welcome to HNBT. Being caused by dry skin in most cases, dark knees can be easily rid with the use of glycerin. Apply glycerin on your knees before going to bed every night. Hope this works for you! 🙂
adi
I have pimple and acne on my face , will glycerine help to clear my face ???… and Will it avoid pimples?
debshikha banerjee
Hello Adi
The first and best way to keep off pimples and acne from your face is by keeping it clean and drinking 3-4 litres of water daily. Following the above mentioned tips will help you control pimples and acne but not completely vanish them as they are dependent on other factors too. For example, proper sleep and diet is also very necessary. Try to keep a balance between your diet, rest and fluid intake and follow the above steps. I’m sure you will get the desired results.
Regards
Debshikha
Keerthana Nair
Hi Adi, welcome to HNBT. Glycerin worked in ridding pimples for some, and never made difference for the others. I suggest that you try it out on a small part of the affected area first. Continue the treatment if it works. Otherwise, you may refer to http://healthnbodytips.com/prevent-acne-home-remedies-for-acne.html/ for more solutions. 🙂
David
I find this content very helpful. We will surely be following what you say, hopefully this works! Thanks for the info!
debshikha banerjee
Hey David,
Thanks for the appreciation. We hope you get the desired results.
Regards
Debshikha
Jyoti Rawat
hii dear,
thanks for sharing ur useful tips.. but I have so much dry face problem plz tell me how to apply glycerin on face n Crack heels too…
Regards,
Jyoti
Keerthana Nair
Hi Jyoti, welcome to HNBT. For dry skin, you may mix equals parts of vaseline and glycerine, and apply this onto your skin. You may use the same remedy for cracked heels too.
Hope it works for you! 🙂
Double U
pls i av a kind of rashes on my chest, neck n forehead. i av used virtually everything i cud lay my hands on bt i doesnt. clear the rashes. can i put glycerin to test?
Keerthana Nair
Hi Double U, welcome to HNBT. You may give it a shot. However, begin the treatment with a small part of the rash first. If it works, then you may continue with the treatment. Immediately seek for medical assistance should it turn out the otherwise.
Good luck trying it out! 🙂
sangeetha
can I use a mixture of glycerin and ponds moisturiser???…. for glowing skin
Keerthana Nair
Dear Sangeetha, I am afraid that mixing it will affect your skin. However, you may apply glycerin on your face overnight, and apply ponds as usual the next morning after washing it off.
Sadia
Dear. Can I use toner of rosewater and glycerin on my face as well as in summer season? ?please let me know
Keerthana Nair
Hi Sadia, welcome to HNBT. You sure can mix these two components. Just make sure to mix it in equal parts, and with one part of water.
Good luck trying it out! 🙂
Meagan Knoop
I have acne scars that I am trying to get rid of. I am having trouble finding anything but vegtable glycerin. Do you know where I can find raw glycerin?
Keerthana Nair
Hi Meagen, welcome to HNBT. You should be able to get it in hypermarkets and pharmacies.
Ola
i have a rough face, skin burns,pimples and acne scars, how can this help…please i need you to help me out
Red
Hi! I got curious regarding the benefits of glycerine to skin…i’m just wondering, can i mix glycerine with vitamin e or mixed it with my regular glutathione lotion??? Will it harm my skin in some ways?? Thanks…
Keerthana Nair
Hi Red, welcome to HNBT.
As to my knowledge, glycerin can be mixed with Vitamin E oil. However, I have not came across any reviews or testimonials on its mixing with glutathione lotion. You might want to consult a dermatologist to check on this one.
Neiro
Can i mix glycerin with argan oil?
Keerthana Nair
Hi Neiro, you may give it a try. There has not been any reviews on this combination yet. You can mix in small amount though, about 5-10 drops.
Veena
I’ve read that the mixture of rose water and glycerin can help fatten the face? I have a very gaunt face and it makes me look like I’m sick most of the time. Will this mixture help at all? I lost all of my fave fat working out and dieting, trying to lose the weight. I lost the weight and u fortunately my face, too.
Keerthana Nair
Hi Veena. I am afraid that it won’t work that way. Perhaps you could try applying butter? There are quite a number of legitimate reviews that claim butter and sugar helped make cheeks chubbier.
Ruby Coleman
I have had severe ichthyosis my whole life. Vegetable glycerin has been the best thing that has ever happened for my skin! I didn’t find out about it until I was in my 20’s. Rub it all over your body WHILE YOUR SKIN IS STILL WET, RIGHT AFTER A SHOWER OR SOAK! It doesn’t work as well if your skin is dry. I normally do not dilute it with anything, little bit will go a long way. You can get glycerin at a pharmacy or on line. It’s harmless and just attracts moisture. I wish someone told me when I was a kid. I suffered and hated my life. Using it even made my skin look better and not even flake… just lines. Good luck and I know what you’re going through.
nifemi
Does glycerin work for stretchmarks
Keerthana Nair
Hi Nifemi, welcome to HNBT. It’s hard to say if glycerin works to rid stretch marks, but it sure does prevent them. Nonetheless, I suggest you give it a try and let us know how it worked for you. Good luck!
Vivek mishra
Can i use glycerin as a body lotion?
Keerthana Nair
Yes, you sure can Vivek! Mix it with rose water for best results.
Lanie
Hi can I used glycin cream to my face everyday?
Keerthana Nair
Hi Lanie, yes you sure can. 🙂
Lanie
Hi
Can I used glycerin cream on my face every day?
B Weaver
Can you use glycerin on face to us as conductor for RF wave devices to fight sagging skin?
Sakshi
I wanna buy glycerin. Should I buy vegetable glycerin or normal glycerine? Which type of glycerin is better to use as home remedy?
funmi
Pls my face is very rough too dark with a lot of dark spot of pimples. Please tell me how I can use glcerine. My face has become ulgy please help me out
Keerthana Nair
Hi Funmi, you might want to check out if glycerin works for your skin first. Apply on a small portion of the affected area to ensure your skin does not react sensitively to it. If it exacerbates, stop immediately.
We have many other remedies available on this blog that can possibly solve your problem. Do go through these articles:
http://healthnbodytips.com/cystic-acne.html/
http://healthnbodytips.com/acne-scar-treatment-best-methods.html/
http://healthnbodytips.com/prevent-acne-home-remedies-for-acne.html/
Puja
Hi
Can i use glycerin as body lotion in day time?
Keerthana Nair
Hi Puja, yes you sure can.
Deepak
Hii
My skin got thin after taking pimples treatment from doctor . Its become very fair when I was using medicine, but now my skin become dull n black … how to get my natural skin back
Keerthana Nair
Hi Deepak, do try out the remedies listed above. They’re all natural and chemical-free.
suhana
Hi deepak,
Use glycerin with rosewater you get result soon
Ann
Does raw glycerin brighten freckles??
Keerthana Nair
Hi Ann, not that we are aware of!
Payal Deb
Hi.. I see this post very helpful.. I have eczema.. my wrists n and ankles skin becomes dark and thick.. I apply shea butter multiple times. But it doesnot help.. will glycerine help
Keerthana Nair
Hi Payal, try the glycerin on a small part of your skin first. Although glycerin may rarely appear as harmless, the reaction to it will vary according to skin types or severity of the skin condition.
For more remedies on eczema, refer to the link below.
http://healthnbodytips.com/eczema-symptoms-eczema-treatment.html/
Audrey Allen
My daughter has keratosis pilaris pretty bad. I am totally out of options at this point. Would glycerin be helpful?
Keerthana Nair
Hi Audrey, you may give it a try. However you might want to check out the link below for more remedies:
http://healthnbodytips.com/get-rid-keratosis-pilaris-treatment.html/
suhana
Is rosewater and glycerin is good for apply on face before bed
Keerthana Nair
Hi Suhana, why yes. It is good to maintain a soft and supple skin!
Sheetal
Hi friends, for pigmentaion plz mix glycerin in vitamin c capsule .. Apply on ur face. For 10 to 20 mint then wash it..It really works. I am telling from my own experience
jen
what ratio of vitamin C to glycerol? i have the powered stuff by ‘Skinstitut’
Allan
Hi!
My local store sells GLYCEROL
I Googled… and most sites say GLYCEROL & GLYCERIN are the same.
In your opinion is it okay to use GLYCEROL in place of GLYCERIN..?
Keerthana Nair
Hi Allan, concluding from our research, glycerin is the same as glycerol. But you might want to check their ingredients on the label to see if they are the same.
Keerthana Nair
Hi Allan, it is okay to use glycerol in place of glycerin. But please make sure to test it out at a small portion of your skin first to ensure you are not allergic to it
Carol
Can this glycerin be used for making fondant? Or is there a different kind of glycerin
Keerthana Nair
Hi Carol, using this glycerin in your fondant will make it bitter. Do not purchase the glycerin from drug stores. Instead, buy the food-graded ones from cake shops.
Nagendra Kumar
Now only i know that Glycerine is useful in treating acne and blackheads. Nice info 🙂
levels
Ok
Lynna
Hi. Is it OK to mix argan oil, almond oil, shea butter and glycerine to use as my skin pomade? How do i treat dark circles under my eyes??
Thank you.
Keerthana Nair
Hi Lynna, yes you sure can. Though the mixture might appear to be too dense for your face skin. Try not to overdo on the portion of the argan and almond oil.
For remedies on dark circles, refer to the link below. Thank you
http://healthnbodytips.com/dark-circles-under-eyes.html/
Aisha
I am using glycerine to clear out my ski from pimples.but now pimples are appearing more more and more than before.what might be the reason?
Keerthana Nair
Hi Aisha, have you been following the correct face care regime, especially exfoliation?
Aisha
Why am i getting pimples when i use glycerine???
ameena
I have normal colour but on my face some black spots are there….how ill free from these problem…..
To removing of spots and for white fair colour whai should I do…plzzzzz suggest me …..
I have consulted many dr.s but no use….black spots didn’t rubbed….and also my skin not became fair and bright
Keerthana Nair
Hi Ameena, welcome to HNBT.
Please try applying yogurt with fresh orange juice. Try consuming Vitamin E on daily basis, that might help too. Good luck
jennyfer
can i mix glycerin with my vaseline intensive care lotion?will it be nice on my skin?pls help
Keerthana Nair
Hi Jennyfer, yes you can. 🙂
Erica
I like vegetable glycerin, I use it to treat my acne and soften my skin. The price is good and I love that I get it in 2-3 days with free shipping!
Lisa Allen
Hi Debshikha, Very useful sharing. I try it and let you know about the results. Thanks Cute!
Moana
Chemical store in my area has only gylcerin and not vegetable glycerin. Is it okay if I use the former one? Vegetable glycerin is better right?
Govind
#Healthnbodytips
i came across on your site through indiblogger, and i have learnt many new writing skill here…your team pisses great writing skills to deliver best to visitors…also i read this article glycerine benefits for skin and i did’nt know these benefits before.
Deepak
I have been using mixture of Glycerin, rose water and lemon water for more than 15 years. It’s just wonderful. I have tried highly moisturizing creams and nothing works on my skin. I have exteremly dry skin and Itchyosis vulgaris. And, yet by using Glycerin, rose water and lemon water in 1, 1/5, 1/10 proportion my skin looks young and free from any patches !!!
Give it a try, you would see difference just in 3-4 days. I apply it just after bath (within 1-2 min after coming out of the shower, to tap the maximum moisture under the skin).
Niharika
Can I use glycerin daily on my face?
Keerthana Nair
Hi Niharika, you surely can. Just make sure to test on a small part of your skin prior to application.
Maggie McDonald
Thank you for all the info., although not all good……..3-4 litres of water a day? Way OTT apparently!!
Maybe a good idea, at the start, to clarify/describe the types of glycerine, instead of introducing vegetable glycerine without comment.
Keerthana Nair
Hi Maggie, thanks for the feedback. We are making some changes to the article, hope you like it better now! 🙂
Shainaz
Is it good to use glycerin of borax to my skin?I have normal skin.
Keerthana Nair
Hi Shainaz, that it more for oral uses. Please use vegetable glycerin, also known as glycerol.
Ankshita
Really helpful tips, i’ve been using only lemons but after reading this article i’ll try it with glycerin
Keerthana Nair
Hi Ankshita, we are glad you like the article. Follow us for more natural remedies, and do get back to us with your feedback!
Vinoth
Hi,
This is Vinoth. i want to know how to remove the black mark of my lips. my lips got blacky because of smoking habit. kindly tell how to remove the black.
Regards
Vinoth
Keerthana Nair
Hi Vinoth, exfoliate your lips with sugar and lemon juice on regular basis, and follow up with repair lip balm afterwards. You may also use glycerin, or honey on your lips on daily basis. Good luck!
cathy
from where can i buy glycerin ?thank for the valuable information
Keerthana Nair
Hi Cathy, you can purchase glycerin from any pharmacies or drug stores. Be sure to read the label, the ingredient has to be 100% glycerin.
jannat sharma
i hv realy very dry skin in winters but i also use in summers .so i use glycerin with moisturizer and massage my face for 15 min. and then wash face with lukewarm water. and my skin feel soft and supple. and also brightn my face. and u also can apply glycerin on ur face and leave it overnight nad wash next morning. ur face feel soft and smooth.if uh have dry skin then try it. it realy work well.???
maria
have not tried it yet ,going to start.
Keerthana Nair
Let us know how it worked for you! 🙂
mem
I just read that glycerine products “may make you more sensitive to the sun. Check the label for any warnings or ask your doctor or pharmacist if you need to take any special precautions when in the sun. Your doctor/pharmacist may suggest that you limit your time in the sun, avoid tanning booths and sunlamps, and use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Tell your doctor right away if you get sunburned or have skin blisters/redness.”
https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-20275/glycerin-topical/details
Keerthana Nair
Hi mem, thanks very much for sharing this with us! We will add this into our article.
Jenny
is it okay to mix glycerin in my night moisturizer?
Keerthana Nair
Sure thing, but if you have oily skin it is best not to. As it may further clog your pores. So sorry for the delayed response!
Nancy
Can glycerin be used in the ear