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Niacinamide helps even out tone and support the skin over time, while glycerin and panthenol maintain moisture levels.—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 26 Mar. 2026 Naturium and Soft Services also offer thoughtful blends that incorporate ingredients such as allantoin and glycerin to soothe and hydrate while refining the skin.—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 23 Mar. 2026 For a steak that glistens, brush on some vegetable glycerin.—Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Mar. 2026 This one contains AHAs, volcanic pumice, and glycerin for a mix of physical and chemical exfoliation that leaves the skin smooth, soft, and glowy.—Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for glycerin
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Etymology
French glycérine, from Greek glykeros sweet; akin to Greek glykys