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Glyceryl Glucoside

Glyceryl GlucosideHydrator

A hydrator made from glycerin and glucose — attracts and holds water at the skin’s surface.

What it does

The EU’s ingredient database lists it as a humectant (helps hold in moisture).European Commission, CosIng (© European Union, CC BY 4.0) · uses put in plain words by Drop ↗

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