Vegetable Glycerin FAQs

1. What is Vegetable Glycerin?

Vegetable Glycerin is a clear, odorless, and colorless liquid with a thick, syrup-like consistency and a naturally sweet taste. It has a wide range of applications, from body care and cosmetics to food and herbal extracts.

2. What are the key features of Starwest Vegetable Glycerin?

✔ USP Food Grade
✔ Gluten-Free
✔ Certified Kosher
✔ Vegan & Vegetarian-Friendly

3. How is Vegetable Glycerin Made?

Vegetable Glycerin is produced through a process called hydrolysis, which removes fatty acids from vegetable oils, leaving behind pure glycerin.

• Conventional Vegetable Glycerin is derived from sustainable, non-GMO palm oil using environmentally friendly practices.
• Organic Vegetable Glycerin is derived from organic soybean oil using sustainable methods. (Note: No soy proteins remain in the final product, making it allergen-free.)

4. What are the benefits of Vegetable Glycerin for skin and body care?

Vegetable Glycerin is widely used as a humectant, softening agent, and skin penetrant in beauty and personal care products. It helps hydrate, protect, and soothe the skin.

✔ Moisturizes dry skin and prevents scaling
✔ Common ingredient in soaps, lotions, makeup, shampoo, and deodorant
✔ Used in massage products for its skin-softening and lubricating effects
✔ Found in dental care products like toothpaste and mouthwash

5. How is Vegetable Glycerin used in food and beverages?

Vegetable Glycerin is low in calories, easily digestible, and often used as a natural sweetener and food preservative.

✔ Natural sugar substitute – commonly used in coffee, tea, and soft drinks
✔ Enhances baked goods – retains moisture in cakes, cookies, and candy
✔ Prevents sugar crystallization – great for icings and fondant
✔ Used in herbal tinctures and extracts – a non-alcoholic alternative to traditional extracts

6. Can Vegetable Glycerin be used as a sugar replacement?

Yes! Due to its warm, sweet taste, Vegetable Glycerin can be used as a sugar alternative in drinks and baked goods, offering a mild sweetness without significantly altering flavors.