Organic Glycerine

Description

Glycerin (or Glycerol) is a natural component of all fats and oils. When fats are digested in the body, they are broken down into fatty acids and glycerin. Hence, glycerin is a non-toxic, natural food substance. It is also a good solvent of herbal constituents and a preservative. To top it off, glycerin is also sweet tasting but does not cause blood sugar problems.

Because glycerin is slightly sweet, it helps mask the disagreeable taste of many herbs. Other most pleasant tasting herbs are actually delicious when prepared in glycerin. So, by carefully, selecting herbs for both taste and efficacy, it is possible to make herbal preparations which not only work, but taste great.

This pure, certified organic vegetable glycerine is derived from soy and is used in cosmetics and body care products to assist in retaining moisture and is helpful in pulling oxygen into the skin. Vegetable glycerine is a clear, colorless, and odorless liquid with an incredibly sweet taste having the consistency of a thick syrup. It is used as an agent in toothpaste, cosmetics, shampoos, soaps, herbal remedies, pharmaceuticals, and other household items. Because it is soluble in water and alcohol, its versatility is a major benefactor in its surging growth and popularity within the manufacturing sector. It is invaluable as a natural source ingredient with emollient like properties which can soften and soothe the skin. The versatility of vegetable glycerine helps to explain why it is one of the most popular cosmetic additives used today. Other uses include its solvency action which aids herbalists in extracting botanical properties from plant materials without the use of alcohol. This is especially helpful for those with alcohol sensitivities as most liquid herbal extracts contain alcohol. Keep in mind that the average shelf life of glycerine-based extracts is about a year whereas alcohol-based extracts have a shelf life of 4-6 years.

Uses:

•  Cosmetics
•  Toothpaste
•  Clear Soaps
•  Lip Balms
•  Hand Lotions
• Hair products
•  Creams
•  Lubricants
•  Food Ingredients
•  Soaps
•  Sweetener