BENZYL GLYCOL

Ingredient type: SOLVENT

✨ Role: Benzyl glycol is primarily used as a preservative that helps protect cosmetic products from microbial growth, thereby extending their shelf life. It also has moisturizing properties and can improve the texture of formulas.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is considered safe for cosmetic use according to current European and US regulations.

✨ Vegan: Yes, benzyl glycol is synthetic and therefore compatible with vegan formulations.

✨ Note: Although well tolerated by most skin types, it may cause irritation in very sensitive skin in rare cases. It is often used in combination with other preservatives to enhance their effectiveness.

Found in: It is commonly found in moisturizers, lotions, hair care products, and some makeup products.

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