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Propanediol

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What is this ingredient, what does it do?

Humectant / solvent

What is it, what should you do?

A versatile component mostly produced from corn by plant-based means; it both retains moisture and acts as a solvent that helps other substances spread more easily on the skin (pentylene glycol and 1,2-hexanediol are close relatives used for a similar purpose, and some also provide mild preservative support). Compared with classic propylene glycol, irritation reports are fewer, and it gets along well with most skin types.

Other names: Pentylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, 2-hexanediol, Methylpropanediol, Hexylene glycol, 1,3-butanediol, 3-butanediol

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This is general information, not medical advice. The assessment may vary by skin type.

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