Glycereth-26 at a Glance
- Synthetic, glycerin-based ingredient
- Used as a moisturizing and thickening ingredient in cosmetics
- Is used in concentrations up to 39.5% in rinse-off products and 6% in leave-on formulas
- Ruled safe as used in cosmetics
Glycereth-26 Description
Glycereth-26 is a synthetic glycerin-based ingredient used as a humectant (moisture-binding agent) and thickener in cosmetics. In its raw form it is a slightly viscous liquid.
Glycereth-26 is used in rinse-off products in concentrations up to 39.5% and leave-on products in amounts up to 6%. The independent Cosmetic Ingredient Review panel has deemed glycereth-26 safe as it is used in cosmetics.
Glycereth-26 References
Nanomedicine: Nanotechnology, Biology and Medicine, February 2020, ePublication
Cosmetic Ingredient Review, March 2019, pages 1-11
Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding usage constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.