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Shea butter, glycerin, aloe, and vitamin E serve up hydration, and synthetic beeswax means the suppleness sticks around.—
Rachel Nussbaum,
InStyle,
2 July 2026 In addition to providing a temporary glow, the formula features skin-benefiting ingredients such as ceramides, vitamin E, and glycerin for long-term benefits, too.—
Gina Vaynshteyn,
StyleCaster,
30 June 2026 The pros recommend primers with gripping technology and hydrating ingredients, like glycerin, plant oils, shea butter, and hyaluronic acid.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
27 June 2026 Its ingredients include pure glycerin and hyaluronic acid to retain moisture, repair the skin barrier, and plump the surface, all with a silky finish and no white cast.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for glycerin
Word History
Etymology
French glycérine, from Greek glykeros sweet; akin to Greek glykys