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Published 02:21 IST, November 2nd 2019

Glycerin for skin: Check out some solution for skin issues

Glycerin has amazing benefits on the skin. Glycerin for oily skin helps in hydration of the skin and moisture retention. It provides lubrication to the skin.

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Glycerin is a very familiar name in the beauty industry. Be it face wash or makeup essentials it is present in a lot of beauty and cosmetic products. Glycerin is a mixture of sugar and alcohol, it's the liquid form is colourless and odourless. Though a simple composition, Glycerin has magical benefits on oily skin, dry patches, wrinkles and many other skin issues. Here are a few skin benefits of glycerin.

Glycerin for oily skin

Being a natural product, glycerin works extremely well for oily skin. Oily skin requires proper hydration without excess sebum production. Glycerin is the agent which promotes healthy hydration in the skin. The non-greasy nature of it helps in proper toning of the skin. As a benefit, the hygroscopic nature of glycerin captures moisture from the air and feeds it to the skin. 

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Glycerin prevents photoaging

Due to repeated exposure to UV rays, the skin tends to start ageing prematurely. Glycerin is a common agent included in many commercially available sunscreens as it can prevent UV rays from harming your skin. Using any sunscreen will help you stay protected from harmful UV rays. Glycerin can help even improving uneven skin tones caused by sunlight exposure too. 

Glycerin helps ins wound healing and infections

Glycerin has also been found in antimicrobials. Solutions with 85% glycerin concentration are antibacterial and have antivirus properties. Application of glycerin reduces inflammation on the skin. It facilitates fast wound healing and stops the spreading of infections. Since its high in water, Glycerin provides moistures to dry wounds. 

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Glycerin as skin cleanser

Skin tends to get pimples and breakouts. Glycerin has a neutral effect on your skin, glycerin-based products can be easily used to keep skin clean and away from impurities. Glycerin can remove the skin impurities without making it excessively dry and stretchy. Using products with glycerin can clean the skin without causing adverse effects. 

Glycerin improves skin elasticity

Collagen levels in the skin get depleted due to repeated exposure to harmful UV rays. Glycerin application forms a protective barrier over the skin from the UV rays. This results in the skin holding more moisture and getting lubricated. The elasticity of the skin is retained by the use of glycerin and the retained moisture helps to benefit the skin. 

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Glycerin gives smoother skin

Glycerin application gives a smoother looking skin without making it greasy and oily. Glycerin fills up the spaces between the tissues responsible for holding skin's shape, this tones the skin and makes it look much smoother. It aids in the regeneration of skin cells and helps the skin to stay smooth and healthy for a longer period of time. It also helps in improving the thickness of the eye area, which makes dark circles fade. 

Glycerin helps combat acne 

One of the notorious threats skin has is that of acne, pimples and the scars it leaves behind. Glycerin is known to be one of the most effective remedies for acne and pimples. Just directly applying Glycerin on the affected area has effective results. Due to its antibacterial properties, Glycerin clears out the acne in a safe and doesn't leave behind a scar. 

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Glycerin helps in skin whitening

Glycerin lightens up the skin and makes it unblemished. It not just lightens the skin but also helps reduce tanning. For skincare, it is ideal to choose plant-based natural glycerin. This helps in keeping the skin flawless without any greasiness.

Glycerin is a wonderful agent for healthy skin. It is globally accepted and used for its medicinal and beauty properties. It is readily available in general and medical stores. Do not use glycerin or glycerin-based products without consulting your physician.

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(The content provided above is for information purpose. This is no way intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.)

02:20 IST, November 2nd 2019