1,2-Hexanediol

INGREDIENT

1,2-Hexanediol

Humectant; Solvent; Preservative Booster

Approved

The Expert Panel concluded the assessed 1,2-glycols are safe under current cosmetic conditions of use.

Also known as 4 Synonyms
Function Conditions skin and supports the product's antimicrobial preservation system.
Safety Meter Approved
Evidence Level Strong
CAS Number 6920-22-5
Category Humectant; Solvent; Preservative Booster
Function Conditions skin and supports the product's antimicrobial preservation system.
Evidence Level Strong
Status Approved
INSIDE THE FORMULA

What it does

Conditions skin and supports the product's antimicrobial preservation system.

OUR STANDARD

How to read this rating

This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.

RESEARCH

Sources

  1. 1 www.cir-safety.org
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Found in Approved Products

This ingredient appears in 24 Oh Daisey Approved Products.

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