Butylene Glycol vs Caprylylglycol

Butylene Glycol and Caprylylglycol are both draws in moisture ingredients. Butylene Glycol is found in 787 products while Caprylylglycol appears in 2, making Butylene Glycol the more widely used option.

Draws in moisture

Butylene Glycol

Lightweight humectant and solvent

787 products

Draws in moisture

Caprylylglycol

Glycol-based humectant

2 products

Top products with Butylene Glycol

Ole Henriksen

Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer

9.4

Murad

Nutrient-Charged Water Gel

9.4

cerave

Skin Renewing Night Cream

9.4

It Cosmetics

Confidence In A Cream Anti-Aging Moisturizer

9.2

It Cosmetics

Bye Bye Foundation Oil-Free Matte Full Coverage Moisturizer with SPF 50+

9.1

Top products with Caprylylglycol

L'Oreal Norge AS

L'Oreal Revitalift Filler Eye Cream 30ml

7.8

L'Oreal Norge AS

Men Expert Pure Charcoal Clean 100ml

7.3

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Butylene Glycol and Caprylylglycol?

Butylene Glycol is categorised as "Draws in moisture" while Caprylylglycol is categorised as "Draws in moisture". They serve different functions in skincare formulations.

Can I use Butylene Glycol and Caprylylglycol together?

In most cases, these ingredients can be used together. However, always patch test and introduce new ingredients gradually.

Which is more common in skincare products?

Butylene Glycol is found in 787 products, while Caprylylglycol is found in 2 products in our database.

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