HEXYLENE GLYCOL

Ingredient type: PRESERVATIVE

✨ Role: Hexylene Glycol is used in cosmetic products as a humectant. It helps retain moisture in the skin, improving its hydration and softness. It also serves as a solvent to facilitate the mixing of ingredients.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for most skin types.

✨ Vegan: Yes, Hexylene Glycol is a synthetically manufactured compound that is not derived from animal sources.

✨ Note: Although generally well tolerated, it may occasionally cause irritation to very sensitive or damaged skin. It is always advisable to perform a patch test on reactive skin.

Found in: Hexylene Glycol is frequently found in lotions, creams, cleansers, serums, and makeup.