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Ethylhexanediol
Ethyl Hexanediol · Ethylhexanediol · 1,2-OctanediolHydrator
A glycol used as a solvent and mild humectant that also supports a formula's preservation.
What it does
Ethylhexanediol is a glycol that acts as a solvent and mild humectant and contributes antimicrobial support, so it is used to help hold water at the surface while supporting the preservative system. It is a hydration-and-formulation ingredient rather than a skin active.
Also known as
octanediol, 1,2-octanediol
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