What glycerin concentration range does the speaker recommend as effective?

Shereene IdrissBoard Certified Derm, Founder and Chief Nerd

Benefits of Glycerin Part 2 #shorts

16 Aug 2024 · 1 min

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This content was created by Shereene Idriss. This content was uploaded by Shereene Idriss. This is a YouTube short titled "Benefits of Glycerin Part 2 #shorts" (created 2024-08-16 UTC). It is a single-speaker explanatory skincare clip describing glycerin's benefits—regulating skin cell maturation, removing flaky/dead skin cells for smoother appearance, being gentle for sensitive skin and conditions like eczema or psoriasis, non-comedogenic, and a recommended humectant for acne-prone or oily skin. The speaker notes an effective glycerin concentration of roughly 2–20% and warns that higher amounts can cause irritation and dehydration, and invites viewers to ask about incorporating glycerin into their routines.

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Plus it regulates your skin cell maturation process. So all of those dry, dead skin cells that appear as flaky, cruddy skin on the top of your skin be gone, giving you the appearance of smoother, clearer looking skin. Plus, she's a gentle soul, great for people with sensitive skin, prone to eczema or even psoriasis, and she does not clog your pores. So if you are acne prone or have oily skin, glycerin is the humectant of choice. But just like with anything in life, too much of a good thing is too much of a good thing. The sweet spot for glycerin is anywhere from 2 to 20% more than that, it can be counterproductive as lead to skin irritations and dehydration. Let me know if you're trying to figure out how to incorporate glycerin into your skincare routine.