Butoxydiglycol

Butoxydiglycol is a cosmetic ingredient used as a fragrance, solvent agent. It is used in 8 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameBUTOXYDIGLYCOL
FunctionFRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
CAS number112-34-5
EC number203-961-6
Prevalence8 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches140

Used in

Nail Care 37.5%Eye Masks 25%Face Cleansers 25%Eye Moisturizers 12.5%

Frequently asked

What does Butoxydiglycol do in skincare?
Butoxydiglycol functions as a fragrance, solvent agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Butoxydiglycol allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Butoxydiglycol?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially nail care (37.5% of its uses).

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