Butylene Glycol vs Hexyleneglycol

Butylene Glycol and Hexyleneglycol are both draws in moisture ingredients. Butylene Glycol is found in 787 products while Hexyleneglycol appears in 3, making Butylene Glycol the more widely used option.

Draws in moisture

Butylene Glycol

Lightweight humectant and solvent

787 products

Draws in moisture

Hexyleneglycol

Glycol-based humectant

3 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 Hexyleneglycol

bliss

Makeup Melt Jelly Cleanser

7.2

L'Oreal Norge AS

Elvital Shampoo Color Vive 500ml

6.5

Eau précieuse

Gel nettoyant purifiant visage et corps

6.0

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Butylene Glycol and Hexyleneglycol?

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

Can I use Butylene Glycol and Hexyleneglycol 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 Hexyleneglycol is found in 3 products in our database.

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