glycerin

noun

glyc·​er·​in ˈgli-s(ə-)rən How to pronounce glycerin (audio)
variants or glycerine

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It’s made of 75% water, plus hydrating aloe vera, hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and antioxidant-rich green tea to keep lips soft and plump. Lily Wohlner, Allure, 10 Oct. 2025 These exfoliating acids works alongside glycerin and sorbitol to remove excess oils and refine congested pores to keep breakouts at bay without drying the skin. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2025 Heavy occlusives can trap debris and worsen breakouts; keep textures light, focus on humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid, and always, always add a broad-spectrum sunscreen. Larry Stansbury, Essence, 7 Oct. 2025 Betaine and glycerin work to support the skin barrier, while antioxidants soothe any existing irritation. Grace McCarty, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for glycerin

Word History

Etymology

French glycérine, from Greek glykeros sweet; akin to Greek glykys

First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of glycerin was in 1830

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“Glycerin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glycerin. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.

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glycerin

noun
glyc·​er·​in
variants or glycerine

Medical Definition

glycerin

noun
glyc·​er·​in
variants or glycerine

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