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That’s a doozy to pack into a single tube, and it’s done so with alpha-hydroxy (AHA) and beta-hydroxy (BHA) acids (the aforementioned chemical exfoliants), the brand’s proprietary TruFirm technology, glycerin, and niacinamide.—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 22 Feb. 2026 Beyond the collagen, the formula contains glycerin that strengthens the skin’s natural barrier and naturally draws in moisture.—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2026 The formula is packed with hydrating and moisturizing ingredients like glycerin, camellia oil, and ceramides to pamper dry skin types, leaving the skin velvety soft and clean—never greasy—after rinsing.—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 19 Feb. 2026 Ingredients like niacinamide, peptide, salicylic acid, lactic acid, and glycerin combine to create a powerful formula that delivers instant results.—Claire West, Parents, 13 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for glycerin
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Etymology
French glycérine, from Greek glykeros sweet; akin to Greek glykys