Butylene Glycol vs Erythritol

Butylene Glycol and Erythritol are both draws in moisture ingredients. Butylene Glycol is found in 787 products while Erythritol appears in 9, making Butylene Glycol the more widely used option.

Draws in moisture

Butylene Glycol

Lightweight humectant and solvent

787 products

Draws in moisture

Erythritol

Draws in moisture

9 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 Erythritol

Horace

Sérum Acide salicylique + Niacinamide

8.0

Shiseido

Waso Shikulime Mega Hydrating Moisturizer

7.6

Horace

Sérum Acide Hyaluronique + Panthenol

7.4

Shiseido

Essential Energy Moisturizing Cream

7.4

Shiseido

Benefiance Wrinkle Smoothing Cream

7.2

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Butylene Glycol and Erythritol?

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

Can I use Butylene Glycol and Erythritol 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 Erythritol is found in 9 products in our database.

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