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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
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