Propylene Glycol Butyl Ether

Propylene Glycol Butyl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient used as a humectant, solvent agent. It is used in 4 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePROPYLENE GLYCOL BUTYL ETHER
FunctionHUMECTANT, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
CAS number5131-66-8
EC number225-878-4
Prevalence4 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches110

Used in

Serums 50%Conditioners 25%Face Cleansers 25%

Frequently asked

What does Propylene Glycol Butyl Ether do in skincare?
Propylene Glycol Butyl Ether functions as a humectant, solvent agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Propylene Glycol Butyl Ether allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Propylene Glycol Butyl Ether?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (50% of its uses).

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