We can all agree that dry skin is the worst. While there is no magic potion to cure dry winter skin, glycerin is one special ingredient you definitely want in any hydrating product.
"Glycerin is a sweet, thick syrup derived from the saponification (lye involved) of fats," explains Dr. Anna Guanche, an LA-based dermatologist. "Glycerin is used in soaps and cleansers because it can help reduce oily skin, but at the same time is a humectant, meaning it attracts water to the skin."
Glycerin is non-comedogenic (meaning it won't clog your pores) and helps to hydrate the skin by attracting moisture and sealing it in. According to Dr. Guanche, the ingredient is safe for all skin types and is probably in some of your favorite products already.
This winter, scan the beauty aisle and look for the keyword glycerin in your moisturizers and cleansers. Get started, ahead.
The Best Glycerin Cleansers
Glycerin is great in cleansers because it works overtime to maintain moisture in the skin and prevent any skin irritation or dryness during the cleansing process.
Neutrogena Free Facial Cleanser with Glycerin For Oily Skin
Neutrogena's oil-free cleanser is a drugstore steal that uses glycerin to lock in moisture.
La Roche-Posay Hydrating Gentle Soap Free Cleanser For Dry Skin
This milky cleanser is ideal for those who hate a foamy formula. After each wash, your skin will feel hydrated and healthy because of the star ingredient, glycerin.
Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Conditioning Cleanser For Sensitive Skin
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Kiehl's' cleanser gets rid of makeup, dirt, and oil in a gentle and moisturizing way thanks to cucumber extract and glycerin. You'll immediately feel fresh, hydrated, and healthy.
Bioderma Hydrabio H2O Pump Solution For All Skin Types
Bioderma created this cleansing water to fight dryness and dehydration. The micellar water is packed with fatty acid esters that cleanse, tone, hydrate and protect your skin.
The Best Glycerin Moisturizers
While you can add glycerin to any part of your skincare routine, the beauty ingredient shines brightest when it's in moisturizers because of its ability to lock in water in the skin.
Clear Oil-Free Moisturizer For Oily Skin
This lightweight and oil-free moisturizer is created for acne prone skin. You'll get all the moisture without worry about clogged pores.
Cetaphil Fragrance Free Daily Facial Moisturizer SPF 15 For Sensitive Skin
A drugstore steal with rave reviews, Cetaphil's Daily Moisturizer is gentle enough for the most sensitive skin but still effective at hydrating and protecting it from damaging UV rays.
First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Face Moisturizer For Dry Skin
FAB's Ultra Repair Face Moisturizer works overtime to reveal soft and hydrated skin with continual use. Natural ingredients like shea butter and avocado oil fight dry skin caused the changing weather.
Glossier Priming Moisturizer For A Perfect Makeup Base
This buildable formula plumps and primes skin to create a great base for foundation. Beyond hydration from glycerin and hyaluronic acid, its mix of tea and honey extracts reduce redness.
