Glycerin Collection

Soap manufacture (litho)
6013628 Soap manufacture (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Soap manufacture. Illustration for The Harmsworth Encylopaedia (c 1922).); © Look and Learn

Savon de la Reine Soap Label, c. 1910 (colour litho)
3035761 Savon de la Reine Soap Label, c.1910 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage French Art Nouveau Savon de la Reine product label; lithograph, c)

Savon au Trefle et Sainfoin Soap Label, c. 1910 (colour litho)
3035760 Savon au Trefle et Sainfoin Soap Label, c.1910 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage French Art Nouveau Savon au Trefle et Sainfoin product label; lithograph)

French Art Nouveau Soap Product Label, c. 1910 (colour litho)
3035756 French Art Nouveau Soap Product Label, c.1910 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage French Art Nouveau Savon Glyceor Soap product label; lithograph, c)

Page of Victorian adverts 1889
A variety of advertisements in The Graphic dated August 1889, showing Nuda Veritas hair restorer, Nubian, black polish for boots and shoes, Nortons Camomile Pills, for indigestion

June 1943 - Drums of glycerine ready for shipment, Cincinatti, Ohio
June 1943 - Drums of glycerine ready for shipment at Procter and Gamble Distributing Company, Cincinnati, Ohio

Glycerine molecule
Glycerine, molecular model. Glycerine, also known as glycerol, is a sweet viscous liquid obtained from fats and oils. It is a by-product of soap-making

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"Glycerin: The Versatile Ingredient in Soap Manufacturing" Step into the world of soap manufacturing with glycerin, a key ingredient that has been used for centuries. From vintage soap labels like the exquisite Savon de la Reine and Savon au Trefle et Sainfoin to the captivating French Art Nouveau Soap Product Label, glycerin played a vital role in creating these stunning designs. Travel back in time to 1889 through a page of Victorian adverts, where glycerin was prominently featured as an essential component. Fast forward to June 1943, witness drums of glycerine ready for shipment in Cincinnati, Ohio - a testament to its widespread use and importance during wartime. Not limited to just one continent, glycerin's influence reached Africa too. In Morocco, it found its place among traditional soap-making practices and contributed to their rich cultural heritage. Delve deeper into the science behind this remarkable substance by exploring the Glycerine molecule. Its unique structure allows it to act as both a humectant and emollient - attracting moisture while also providing nourishment and hydration for your skin. Glycerin's versatility knows no bounds; it is not only cherished by soap manufacturers but also finds applications across various industries such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, food production, and more. So next time you lather up with your favorite soap or admire vintage soap labels from yesteryears, remember that behind their beauty lies the unsung hero - glycerin - making our daily cleansing rituals all the more delightful.