Propylene Glycol
INCI name
- PROPYLENE GLYCOL,
Alternative names
- Propylenglykol,
- Propan-1,2-diol,
- Propylenglycolum,
- 1,2-Propandiol,
- Propylen Glycol,
- Propylenglycol,
- Propylene,
- Propylene Glykol,
Origin
- synthetic,
Definition
No information available
INCI function
- moisturizing,
- Solvent,
- skin caring,
- viscosity regulating,
Substance category
No information available
Characteristics
- keeps the skin in good condition
- dissolves other substances
- increases or decreases the viscosity of cosmetic products
- keeps the moisture
- Can be allergenic
CAS-No.
- 57-55-6,
EINECS/EILINCS-No.
- 200-338-0,
Studies, literature and statements
Springer Lexikon Kosmetik, page 346
Syrupy, scentless liquid with a sweet taste. Retains moisture, solute, preservative. In some cases can cause allergies.
Körperpflegekunde und Kosmetik, page 143
Polypropylene glycol is used in more than 20% dilution as a preservative. The salt concentration should not however exceed 30%, because it is strongly hygroscopic and takes water from the skin, which can lead to strong irritation. On the other hand, this effect can be positive as a moisture retention material or softener of emulsions and hydrogels.
Pflegekosmetik, page 129
Propylene glycol is well suited as a preservative for water-based preparations (10-15%). Skin irritation is only to be expected at concentrations above 20% (dehydration). The risk of allergic sensitization by propylene glycol is low.
Product examples
This list includes 10 random products that contain Propylene Glycol.
- Yves Rocher Kälteschutzkonzentrat Arnica Essentials
- Elcurina Body Lotion
- Minus -417 Dead Sea Cosmetics Foot & Nail Nourishing Cream
- Styx Naturkosmetik Sonnenmilch Lsf 30
- Medipharma Cosmetics Olivenöl Deospray
- Accent Farbschutz-Kur
- Coolifting Coolclear
- Mary Kay Cosmetics Timewise Age-Fighting Moisturiser
- Alex Cosmetic Hydrating Leave-On Mask
- Dermabiogen Creme