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_(Vegetable) Glycerin

Glycerin is a component of triglycerides, the lipid form found most often in foods.  Glycerin serves as a humectant in body care products, keeping the ingredients moist and evenly distributed among each other.

Glycerin has no strong flavor of its own but imparts a mild sweetness when used in food and body care products.  It is often used as a substitute for alcohol to produce herbal extracts.  Glycerin is also a natural cleanser ideal for face creams.  When used in toothpaste, it softens and moistens the gums.

The food grade, certified Earth Kosher glycerin used in Aurum natural products comes from vegetable sources.