Cosmetic Ingredient

Thioglycerin

INCI: THIOGLYCERIN
CAS 96-27-5 EC 202-495-0
3-Mercaptopropane-1,2-diol
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Depilatory, Hair Waving/Straightening, Keratolytic, Reducing Agent
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

3-Mercaptopropane-1,2-diol

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
96-27-5
EC Number
202-495-0
INCI
THIOGLYCERIN
Category
Cosmetic Ingredient
Updated
Apr 2, 2026