Ingredient glossary
Glycereth-26
On your shelf ✓What Glycereth-26 does for your skin, who it suits, and what to watch for.
INCI: Glycereth-26
In short: Glycereth-26 delivers hydration and slip, suits most skin types, and the evidence behind it is moderate.
- What it does
- Hydration, slip
- Best for
- Most skin types
- Evidence
- Moderate
The Glow take
Genuinely worth a spot in your routine.
When your goal is deep, lasting hydration, Glycereth-26 pulls genuine weight, with a solid amount of evidence behind it. Gentle enough that most skin types can reach for it.
— Maya
What it does
- hydration
- slip
moderate evidenceUsed widely in serums and creams for long-lasting moisturization; safety profile similar to glycerin with improved aesthetics.
On a label: usually effective at 1-5%.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Tends to suit
- dry
- dehydrated
- all
Approach with care
No specific group flagged to avoid it.
- Clogs poresLow
- Irritation riskLow
How it fits each skin type
- DrySuits
- CombinationSuits
- OilySuits
- SensitiveSuits
Where it fits in your routine
Plays well with
- humectants
- emollients
Glycereth-26, answered
Is Glycereth-26 safe during pregnancy?
Yes. Glycereth-26 is considered safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. As with anything, if you are unsure it is worth a quick word with your doctor or midwife.
Who should avoid Glycereth-26?
No specific group is flagged to avoid Glycereth-26. It is well tolerated by most skin. Still, introduce anything new one product at a time.
What concentration of Glycereth-26 actually works?
Glycereth-26 tends to do its job in the 1 to 5% range. Much lower and it is likely underdosed.
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