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3-Butanediol and Butylene Glycol are both draws in moisture ingredients. 3-Butanediol is found in 4 products while Butylene Glycol appears in 787, making Butylene Glycol the more widely used option.
Draws in moisture
Lightweight humectant and solvent
Dive-In Mild Suncream SPF 50+
3-Butanediol is categorised as "Draws in moisture" while Butylene Glycol is categorised as "Draws in moisture". They serve different functions in skincare formulations.
In most cases, these ingredients can be used together. However, always patch test and introduce new ingredients gradually.
3-Butanediol is found in 4 products, while Butylene Glycol is found in 787 products in our database.
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