Glycereth-18 at a Glance
- Synthetic, glycerin-based ingredient
- Used as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent
- Only needed in small concentration (up to 0.32%)
- Ruled safe as used in cosmetics
Glycereth-18 Description
Glycereth-18 is a synthetic glycerin-based ingredient used as a humectant (hydration-boosting agent) in skin care and other cosmetics formulations. It also functions as a skin-conditioning (moisturizing) agent.
In 2021, the independent Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel deemed glycereth-18 safe as it is used in cosmetics. Their report looked at products using glycereth-18 in concentrations up to 0.32% maximum.
Glycereth-18 References
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review, January 2021, pages 1-16
Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding usage constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.