ASCP Skin Deep

SUMMER 2024

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INGREDIENT DECK ASCP SkinPro got a glow-up! Check out new app content at ascpskincare.com/skinpro 37 Resources American Chemical Society. "Molecule of the Week Archive: Glycerol." April 15, 2024. acs.org/molecule-of-the-week/archive/g/glycerol.html. Fluhr, J. W., R. Darlenski, and C. Surber. "Glycerol and the Skin: Holistic Approach to Its Origin and Functions." British Journal of Dermatology 159, no. 1 (July 2008): 23–34. academic. oup.com/bjd/article-abstract/159/1/23/6641450. Milani, M., and A. Sparavigna. "The 24-Hour Skin Hydration and Barrier Function E ects of a Hyaluronic 1%, Glycerin 5%, and Centella Asiatica Stem Cells Extract Moisturizing Fluid: An Intra-Subject, Randomized, Assessor-Blinded Study." Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology 10 (August 2017): 311–5. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5560567. Ventura, S. A., and G. B. Kasting. "Dynamics of Glycerine and Water Transport Across Human Skin from Binary Mixtures." International Journal of Cosmetic Science 39, no. 2 (April 2017): 165–78. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/ics.12362. GLYCERIN IN PROFESSIONAL SKIN CARE Given its many benefi ts, it's no surprise that glycerin is found in many types of skin care products. Peruse any International Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient deck and you'll fi nd glycerin is a key ingredient in moisturizers, serums, cleansers, body washes, and acne treatments. Glycerin works well in combination with other ingredients by acting as a carrier, helping the skin absorb other benefi cial compounds more eff ectively. This collaborative versatility makes it a valuable component of both simple and sophisticated skin care formulations. Glycerin has secured its place as a well- respected contender in the overfl owing pool of skin care ingredients, not through passing beauty trends, but through its proven eff ectiveness and versatility. From its humble beginnings as a by-product of soap-making to its status as a skin care staple, glycerin continues to off er valuable benefi ts to the skin. Its ability to hydrate, protect, and rejuvenate makes it an essential ingredient for anyone seeking to maintain healthy, vibrant skin. Whether sourced naturally or synthesized, glycerin embodies the meeting of science and nature, providing a time-tested solution to a range of skin concerns. Its continuing presence in skin care emphasizes the importance of hydration and barrier health, reminding us that sometimes the simplest ingredients can off er the most profound benefi ts. Notes 1. Lucy Bell-Young, ReAgent Chemical Services, "What Is Glycerin? " February 22, 2018, chemicals.co.uk/blog/what-is-glycerin. 2. Britannica, "Glycerol," accessed May 2024, britannica.com/science/glycerol.

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