Butylene Glycol vs Glycerine

Butylene Glycol and Glycerine are both draws in moisture ingredients. Butylene Glycol is found in 787 products while Glycerine appears in 27, making Butylene Glycol the more widely used option.

Draws in moisture

Butylene Glycol

Lightweight humectant and solvent

787 products

Draws in moisture

Glycerine

Draws in moisture

27 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 Glycerine

SEPHORA

Beauty insider

8.8

Yves rocher

Crème mains hydratante longue durée

7.8

Le Petit Olivier

Crème mains nourrissante

6.8

Yves rocher

Lait Corps Énergisant Framboise Menthe Poivrée

6.7

Avene

Lait SPF 50+

6.7

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Butylene Glycol and Glycerine?

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

Can I use Butylene Glycol and Glycerine 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 Glycerine is found in 27 products in our database.

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