Butylene Glycol vs Sorbitol

Butylene Glycol and Sorbitol are both draws in moisture ingredients. Butylene Glycol is found in 787 products while Sorbitol appears in 158, making Butylene Glycol the more widely used option.

Draws in moisture

Butylene Glycol

Lightweight humectant and solvent

787 products

Draws in moisture

Sorbitol

Sugar-derived humectant

158 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 Sorbitol

Medicube

Hyaluronic Multi Peptide PDRN Serum

9.0

OleHenriksen

Banana Bright+ Instant Glow Moisturizer

8.9

Naturium

Vitamin C Super Serum Plus

8.7

Fresh

Black Tea Firming Corset Cream

8.4

Biocura

Anti-âge Soin de jour Q10 Active

8.3

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Butylene Glycol and Sorbitol?

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

Can I use Butylene Glycol and Sorbitol 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 Sorbitol is found in 158 products in our database.

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