In the food industry, Glycerin can be used as a solvent for flavors and food colors. In food, it is a humectant, an emulsifier and maintains the desired moisture of products, for example, it protects baked goods from drying out. As E422, it is a preservative because it binds water, thus limiting the growth of pathogenic microorganisms.

Glycerin is used in the cosmetics industry in the production of gels and in body care articles, including cosmetics and hair care products. It helps bring moisture to the surface of the skin – it absorbs water from the environment and retains it inside the skin. It is also an ingredient in glycerin soap, which is designed for delicate skin. Glycerin also has antibacterial and antiviral properties, so it is used to treat wounds and burns.

In the pharmaceutical industry, Glycerin is an ingredient in the heart drug nitroglycerin, which dilates blood vessels and is used for patients with coronary artery disease.

In addition, the use of Glycerin is widespread in the production of many modern protective coatings, such as car paints and exterior house paints. When used in tanning, it dries the skin due to its hygroscopic properties.