Propylene Glycol

INGREDIENT

Propylene Glycol

Humectant; Solvent; Skin Conditioning Agent

Approved

Can cause irritation or allergic contact dermatitis in susceptible individuals.

Also known as 4 Synonyms
Function Retains moisture and improves ingredient penetration.
Safety Meter Approved
Evidence Level Strong
CAS Number 57-55-6
Category Humectant; Solvent; Skin Conditioning Agent
Function Retains moisture and improves ingredient penetration.
Evidence Level Strong
Status Approved
INSIDE THE FORMULA

What it does

Retains moisture and improves ingredient penetration.

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 pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
FOUND IN

Found in Approved Products

This ingredient appears in 1 Oh Daisey Approved Product.

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