Examples of glycerin in a Sentence
Dave McIntyre, Washington Post, 18 Jan. 2024
The oil-free formula is packed with ingredients like squalane and glycerin for moisture, and caffeine to brighten the skin, decrease puffiness, and soothe inflammation.
—Danielle Cohen, Glamour, 1 Mar. 2024
That's all thanks to good old glycerin, a humectant known for its hydrating properties.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 11 Jan. 2024
Instead of cocoa and shea butters, this lightweight sunscreen is formulated with glycerin, a powerful humectant that helps skin attract and retain water, as well as vitamin E, which works as an antioxidant to help prevent sun damage at the cellular level.
—Macaela MacKenzie, Allure, 1 Jan. 2024
Formulated with retinol, this eye cream focuses on cellular turnover while supporting deep hydration with the addition of glycerin, a natural humectant that draws in moisture and prevents water loss.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 30 Nov. 2023
The formula contains a hydrating serum and glycerin, which minimize imperfections, and it is specifically designed for mature skin.
—Megan Schaltegger, Peoplemag, 14 July 2023
The Grace & Stella Under-Eye Masks blanket the under-eyes in hydrating hyaluronic acid, line-smoothing glycerin, and rejuvenating fructose to reduce the appearance of puffy dark circles and wrinkles.
—Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 3 Nov. 2023
The serum uses potent antioxidants to fortify the skin against these toxins and other aggressors (including but not limited to the moisturizing duo of glycerin and squalane, plus vitamins B, C, and E).
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 12 Oct. 2023
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Word History
French glycérine, from Greek glykeros sweet; akin to Greek glykys
1830, in the meaning defined above
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“Glycerin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glycerin. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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