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Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions

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Publisher:: British Journal of Dermatology (Fluhr, Darlenski & Surber)
Source type:: Journal · review
Last checked:: 2026-10-26
URL:: https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2133.2008.08643.x

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Evidence: Topical glycerol improves stratum corneum hydration, barrier function and skin mechanical properties. The review also reports reduced irritation response and faster wound healing, and traces the effect to aquaporin-3 transport and to glycerol's own presence in the skin.