Benefits of glycerin oil

Glycerin oil

Glycerol or what is known Paljleerool also is a liquid thick colorless, odorless, and is extracted from fats and oils used in the manufacture of soap ; As it is produced as a secondary substance during soap making, it is a simple chemical compound that has many uses; It is used to moisturize the skin , and it is used in a number of industries such as cosmetics, in addition to that, glycerin is used in food additives, as a sweetener and as a softener, and it can also be used as an anti-freeze material, especially on the windshield of the car, although most of the products that contain Glycerol does not pose a health hazard; However, it should not be used for medical purposes without a prescription. ^{[1] [2]}

Benefits of glycerin oil for the skin

Glycerine has many benefits and uses. It is used as a moisturizing treatment for the skin and a protection against dryness, roughness, and scaling, and it can also be used to treat itching, minor skin irritations, and other problems, and the mechanism of action of glycerin and other substances used to moisturize the skin can be understood as working to form an oily layer on the surface of the skin; This, in turn, causes the water to be trapped inside the skin. As the dryness of the skin is caused most of the time by the skin's loss of water. ^[3] In what follows, we mention some of its benefits and other skin-related uses specifically: ^[4]

• Cell maturation: Glycerin plays a vital role in cell maturation, and topical application of glycerin on the skin helps solve many of its problems. Especially oily skin problems such as blackheads and acne.
• Skin structure: glycerin affects the skin structure by helping to improve oily skin, by filling in the intercellular matrix.
• Anti-aging: glycerin is included in many products, especially products related to anti-aging. This is due to its ability to moisturize the skin and fill in small cracks on the surface of the skin; This, in turn, works to prevent the appearance of wrinkles. ^[5]
• Treatment of mouth ulcers: Glycerin helps to heal mouth ulcers , and it helps relieve the pain of mucosal polyps. This is due to the antiseptic and anti-microbial properties of glycerin, in addition to maintaining the moisture in the areas affected by ulcers. Which reduces the feeling of discomfort. ^[6]
• Prevention of psoriasis and eczema: glycerin helps improve skin function; This prevents moisture loss and helps prevent toxins and irritants from entering the skin. This, in turn, reduces and prevents inflammatory problems such as Eczema and Psoriasis. ^[6]
• Maintaining the health of the lips: Glycerin helps to maintain the freshness and softness of the lips, and it is useful for those who suffer from dry and chapped lips. ^[6]

Skin recipes using glycerin

• Rose water and glycerin toner: Rose water helps protect the skin from infections, maintain the pH of the skin, in addition to its ability to solve skin problems such as blemishes and acne. The mixture rose water and glycerin works to maintain the skin and nutrition, as these components and the method of preparation of the mixture: comes ^[5]
  • A quarter cup of glycerin.
  • A cup and a half of rose water .
  • The mixture is placed in an empty perfume bottle, then it is tried on the wrist first to ensure that it does not cause irritation to the skin, and then it can be used on the face.
• Glycerin and green lemon juice moisturizer: This mixture helps to moisturize the body and protect it from dehydration, especially in the winter season, and it is not limited to the face only; Rather a person can use it to moisturize the entire body, and the following are the ingredients and method of preparing this moisturizer: ^[5]
  • A bottle of glycerin.
  • Two tablespoons of green lime juice.
  • Mix the ingredients well, then put them in a bottle.
  • Use this moisturizer at night, where it is applied with fingers or cotton, and then left to be absorbed by the skin.

Precautions for using glycerin

Glycerine is considered safe to use, and it does not cause any side effects in most people, but there are some cases in which you may experience possible or rare side effects, and here are some examples: ^[3]

• Itching, tingling, redness, or irritation of the skin, and if these symptoms persist or worsen; The person must inform the doctor immediately.
• Unusual changes in the skin; White discolouration of the skin, unusual softness and excessive moisture, the severity of these symptoms should be noted; Where you must inform the doctor immediately.
• Allergic reaction; It is rare but very dangerous, so the doctor should be informed if a person notices any of the symptoms of an allergic reaction, which are as follows:
  • Skin rash .
  • Itching or swelling; Especially in the face, tongue, and throat.
  • Severe dizziness
  • difficulty breathing.

Glycerin suppositories for treating constipation

Glycerin in the form of suppositories is used to treat constipation in the short term; Glycerin acts as a laxative and irritant to the intestinal lining. Which leads to contractions in it, and works to draw water from the intestine into the stool to facilitate its passage, and it should be noted that these suppositories may lead to the emergence of some side effects such as nausea , vomiting, and fecal impaction , in addition to intestinal obstruction And abdominal pain. ^[1]

References

1. ^ ^{A b} "The Benefits Of Glycerin" , Www.livestrong.com , 3-10-2017, Retrieved 3-1-2017. Edited.
2. ↑ "Glycerin Ingredients" , www.livestrong.com , 3-10-2017, Retrieved 3-1-2018. Edited.
3. ^ ^{A b} "Glycerin Liquid" , the www.webmd.com , Retrieved 5-1-2017. Edited.
4. ↑ "9 Amazing Benefits Of Glycerin For Oily Skin" , www.stylecraze.com , Retrieved 5-1-2017. Edited.
5. ^ ^{A b t} "Glycerin For Face" , Www.newhealthguide.org , Retrieved 5-1-2017. Edited.
6. ^ ^{A b t} "Know View 10 The Uses Of Glycerin Of Prev1 3Next" , Www.top10homeremedies.com , Retrieved 20-1-2018. Edited.