A clear, plant-derived humectant that draws in moisture and improves the feel of water-based and emulsified recipes. It adds hydration without any oil or weight, and it is one of the easiest actives to work with.
What it does
Attracts and holds moisture in skin-contact products
Improves slip and smoothness in lotions, gels and toners
Helps reduce dryness without heaviness
Refines texture in water-based and emulsified formulas
Where you'll use it
Facial toners and mists, aloe gels and gel-creams, daily moisturisers, body and hand creams, hair conditioner, leave-in and detangling sprays, lip balms and cooling sprays.
Good to know
Best made up with distilled water or aloe juice
Not a preservative; water-based recipes still need one
Can feel sticky if used too high on its own; store sealed and cool
One of the building blocks behind the recipes in our free recipe bank at homemadehaven.com.au.
