Hexanediol
Hexanediol is a cosmetic ingredient used as a solvent agent. It is used in 43 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | HEXANEDIOL |
| Function | SOLVENT |
| CAS number | 629-11-8 |
| EC number | 211-074-0 |
| Prevalence | 43 products (0.05% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 1,000 |
Used in
Serums 16.3%Toners 14%Day Moisturizers 9.3%Face Cleansers 9.3%General Moisturizers 9.3%Eye Moisturizers 7%
Frequently asked
- What does Hexanediol do in skincare?
- Hexanediol functions as a solvent agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Hexanediol allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Hexanediol?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (16.3% of its uses).
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