GLYCERETH-12 is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.
GLYCERETH-12
Safety grade: A
Glycereth-12 is a lightweight humectant derived from glycerin that helps draw moisture into the skin and hair. It's created by chemically combining glycerin with other compounds to make it work better in cosmetic formulas.
This ingredient attracts and holds water in the skin to keep it hydrated, while also helping to control the thickness and texture of cosmetic products.
Graded using: COSING.
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Other Humectant ingredients
- GLYCERIN — Grade B
- PROPYLENE GLYCOL — Grade A**
- CAPRYLYL GLYCOL — Grade A
- SORBITOL — Grade A
- LACTIC ACID — Grade B
- BUTYLENE GLYCOL — Grade A
- SODIUM HYALURONATE — Grade A
- XYLITOL — Grade A