Butylene Glycol vs Diglycerin

Butylene Glycol and Diglycerin are both draws in moisture ingredients. Butylene Glycol is found in 787 products while Diglycerin appears in 18, making Butylene Glycol the more widely used option.

Draws in moisture

Butylene Glycol

Lightweight humectant and solvent

787 products

Draws in moisture

Diglycerin

Draws in moisture

18 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 Diglycerin

Tula

TULA bedtime bright

8.5

Scholl

Crème réparatrice pieds très secs

7.9

Tatcha

Indigo Overnight Repair Serum in Cream

7.3

Rohto Mentholatum

Melano CC Deep Clear Enzyme Face Wash

7.3

Beplain

Mung Bean Pore Clay Mask

7.1

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Butylene Glycol and Diglycerin?

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

Can I use Butylene Glycol and Diglycerin 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 Diglycerin is found in 18 products in our database.

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