WHAT ARE VG AND PG USED FOR?
Vegetable Glycerine (VG) and Propylene Glycol (PG) are two of the most versatile ingredients used across modern industry. At VGPG BASE we supply high-purity, pharmaceutical and food-grade VG & PG suitable for everything from home DIY to full commercial production.
Cosmetics & Personal Care
Base ingredients in skincare and beauty formulations:
- Moisturisers & creams
- Lotions
- Serums
- Soaps & body washes
- Haircare products
- Facial cleansers
- Deodorants
VG acts as a humectant to retain moisture, while PG works as a solvent, carrier and stabiliser.
Food & Flavour
Food-grade VG and PG are commonly used in:
- Bakery products
- Sweeteners
- Flavour concentrates
- Food colourings
- Preservatives & stabilisers
They help bind ingredients, ensure consistency, and improve texture and shelf life.
Household & Industrial
Important components in many formulations:
- Cleaning products
- Polishes & coatings
- Air fresheners
- Solvent systems
- Craft materials
- Industrial lubricants
- Chemical formulations
Their safety profile and stability make them ideal across multiple fields.
Pharmaceutical & Lab
Trusted for medical and laboratory applications:
- Liquid medicines
- Topical treatments
- Ointments & gels
- Pharmaceutical carriers
- R&D formulations
High purity and stability make them reliable in regulated environments.
DIY & Creative
The same high-grade VG and PG trusted by manufacturers, hobbyists and commercial brands across the UK — for whatever you're mixing next.
