Applications
What are VG & PG used for?
Vegetable Glycerine (VG) and Propylene Glycol (PG) are two of the most versatile ingredients used across modern industry. We supply high-purity, pharmaceutical and food-grade VG and PG suitable for everything from home DIY to full commercial production.
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Cosmetics & personal care
Base ingredients in skincare and beauty formulations:
- Moisturisers and creams
- Lotions
- Serums
- Soaps and body washes
- Haircare products
- Facial cleansers
- Deodorants
VG acts as a humectant to retain moisture, while PG works as a solvent, carrier and stabiliser.
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Food & flavour
Widely used across food production:
- Bakery products
- Sweeteners
- Flavour concentrates
- Food colourings
- Preservatives and stabilisers
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Household & industrial
Important components in many formulations:
- Cleaning products
- Polishes and coatings
- Air fresheners
- Solvent systems
- Craft materials
- Industrial lubricants
- Chemical formulations
Their safety profile and stability make them ideal across multiple fields.
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Pharmaceutical & lab
Trusted for medical and laboratory applications:
- Liquid medicines
- Topical treatments
- Ointments and gels
- Pharmaceutical carriers
- R&D formulations
High purity and stability make them reliable in regulated environments.
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DIY & creative
The same high-grade VG and PG trusted by manufacturers, hobbyists and commercial brands across the UK, for whatever you are mixing next.