Butylene Glycol vs Ethoxydiglycol

Butylene Glycol and Ethoxydiglycol are both draws in moisture ingredients. Butylene Glycol is found in 787 products while Ethoxydiglycol appears in 14, making Butylene Glycol the more widely used option.

Draws in moisture

Butylene Glycol

Lightweight humectant and solvent

787 products

Draws in moisture

Ethoxydiglycol

Glycol-based humectant

14 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 Ethoxydiglycol

the ordinary

Buffet

8.8

Dermalogica

Biolumin-C Serum

7.9

NIOD

Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex (MMHC2)

7.8

NIOD

Copper Amino Isolate Serum 3 1:1 (CAIS3)

7.7

Paula's Choice

C15 Super Booster

7.7

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Butylene Glycol and Ethoxydiglycol?

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

Can I use Butylene Glycol and Ethoxydiglycol 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 Ethoxydiglycol is found in 14 products in our database.

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