Are you looking for a simple and practical product to invest in your care routines? You've arrived at the right place!
Here we are going to show you all the benefits of glycerin, a very well-known and affordable product for you to bet on, getting incredible results on your hair and skin. Check it out.
What is glycerin?
Glycerol, better known as glycerin, is a liquid organic compound that is extracted from vegetable and animal oils and fats. But generally, the glycerin used for cosmetic use is vegetable, which is obtained from coconut or palm oil.
What is?
Glycerin is widely used as a natural moisturizer, as its humectant and emollient properties aid in the absorption of water into the hair fiber, skin and nails.
The benefits of glycerin for hair!
Glycerin has several incredible benefits for our highlights. Starting with a potent hydration, which allows a mega strengthening of the wires, reducing hair loss, fighting frizz and split ends, resulting in a lot of softness for the hair! Also, it's perfect for curly hair as it helps define the curls!
However, for these purposes, the ideal is always to use vegetable glycerin. In addition, it is not recommended to apply pure glycerin, as irritation and dryness of the area may occur, so use it with some cream or vegetable oil.
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How to use glycerin on hair?
Applying glycerin to hair is easy and fast, take a look at this super practical recipe!
Ingredients:
- One tablespoon of glycerin;
- Two scoops of your favorite hydrating mask.
Application:
- Mix all ingredients until smooth;
- Wash your hair and then apply the mixture evenly through your hair;
- Let it act for 30 minutes;
- Then just rinse well and finish washing with the conditioner.
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Other benefits of glycerin
Glycerin on the skin
Glycerin is great for promoting deep hydration in the skin, especially dry ones. It provides a lot of softness, elasticity and luminosity for our skins. The simple recipe, just mix a few drops of glycerin in your body cream, you can't go wrong!
Glycerin on nails
Nails need care as much as skin and hair, you know? And glycerin can be a simple alternative for you to invest in this care!
It promotes a lot of hydration and strength for the nails, in addition to eliminating that dry aspect of the cuticles. The application is also super easy, just add a few drops of glycerin to your hand cream and apply it on your nails, simple!
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