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Butylene Glycol

Butylene Glycol
💧 Humectant ↗💦 Solvent ↗

A multifunctional ingredient that acts as a solvent and humectant. It helps dissolve other ingredients, improve texture, and increase skin hydration.

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Safety: Generally well tolerated. Some individuals with very sensitive skin may experience mild irritation.
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Comedogenic rating(likelihood of clogging pores)
1/5 — Very low likelihood
✓ Does not disqualify fragrance-free, alcohol-free, SLS-free or paraben-free claims
Common names & aliases
No aliases recorded
Functions
💧 Humectant
Draws water into skin and helps retain moisture, keeping it hydrated and plump.
💦 Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients and forms the base of the formula.
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