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Buthylene Glycol and Glycerin are both draws in moisture ingredients. Buthylene Glycol is found in 1 product while Glycerin appears in 2361, making Glycerin the more widely used option.
Glycol-based humectant
One of the most effective humectants
Nectar of beauty
Buthylene Glycol is categorised as "Draws in moisture" while Glycerin 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.
Buthylene Glycol is found in 1 products, while Glycerin is found in 2361 products in our database.
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