3 Butylene glycol
Diol humectant and solvent. Attracts water into the stratum corneum. Lighter sensory profile and lower irritation potential than propylene glycol. Used in sensitive-skin formulations.
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Diol humectant and solvent. Attracts water into the stratum corneum. Lighter sensory profile and lower irritation potential than propylene glycol. Used in sensitive-skin formulations.
Purpose
Function
Diol humectant and solvent. Attracts water into the stratum corneum. Lighter sensory profile and lower irritation potential than propylene glycol. Used in sensitive-skin formulations.
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionmoderate
Sensitizationlow
MoSnot established
NOAEL3200 mg/kg
ConcernLow
Verdict
Preferred diol humectant for sensitive-skin formulations with lighter sensory profile and lower irritation potential compared to propylene glycol. Non-occlusive hygroscopic mechanism with excellent tolerability on sensitive and reactive skin.
US Note
CIR reviewed; considered safe. Preferred over propylene glycol in sensitive-skin formulations due to lower irritation profile. Not comedogenic at standard use levels.
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Identifiers
No registry identifiers available for this ingredient.