Glyceryl Collagenate
AKA “Collagen Derivative, Glyceryl Collagen”
Skin Conditioning
Ingredient Facts
Glyceryl collagenate
AKA: Collagen Derivative
Skin Conditioning · Film Forming · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Marine
Not Clean
1,2,3-Propanetriol, esters with collagen
Form
Powder
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Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Boosts collagen production
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic compound combining glycerin with collagen-derived proteins. Developed in the mid-20th century as a modern skin-conditioning agent attempting to harness the historical use of collagen in skincare.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Loss of Elasticity
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Rereview not opened - use not supported: Glyceryl Collagenate, Glyceryl Sesquioleate, Glyceryl/Sorbitol Oleate/Hydroxystearate, Glyceryl Stearate/Maleate, and Glyceryl Thiopropionate
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
Glyceryl Collagenate
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR