Butylene Glycol vs Dipropylene Glycol

Butylene Glycol and Dipropylene Glycol are both draws in moisture ingredients. Butylene Glycol is found in 787 products while Dipropylene Glycol appears in 114, making Butylene Glycol the more widely used option.

Draws in moisture

Butylene Glycol

Lightweight humectant and solvent

787 products

Draws in moisture

Dipropylene Glycol

Glycol-based humectant

114 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 Dipropylene Glycol

It Cosmetics

Confidence In A Cream Anti-Aging Moisturizer

9.2

Medicube

Deep Vita A Retinol Serum

8.9

LOOPS

Dark Spot Mask

8.9

Sungboon Editor

Deep Collagen Power Boosting Mask

8.8

Laneige

Cream Skin Cerapeptide Refiner

8.6

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Butylene Glycol and Dipropylene Glycol?

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

Can I use Butylene Glycol and Dipropylene Glycol 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 Dipropylene Glycol is found in 114 products in our database.

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