Butylene Glycol vs Glycol

Butylene Glycol and Glycol are both draws in moisture ingredients. Butylene Glycol is found in 787 products while Glycol appears in 11, making Butylene Glycol the more widely used option.

Draws in moisture

Butylene Glycol

Lightweight humectant and solvent

787 products

Draws in moisture

Glycol

Glycol-based humectant

11 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 Glycol

Paula's Choice

2% BHA Body Smoothing Spot Exfoliant

7.2

BIODERMA

Atoderm PP baume

7.0

the ordinary

Caffeine solution

7.0

Eczema Honey

Oatmeal Hand Cream

6.9

THE FRUIT COMPANY

Crema de manos FRESA NATA

6.8

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Butylene Glycol and Glycol?

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

Can I use Butylene Glycol and 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 Glycol is found in 11 products in our database.

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