Butylene Glycol is a widely used humectant and solubiliser for the food and cosmetics industry. It has a low toxicity and is often used to solubilise herbal extracts and other active ingredients. In addition its low odour and high purity make it an excellent solvent for aroma ingredients in perfumery.
Useage: Soluble in water and can be used at concentrations from 1-50% depending on application. In skincare typical usage would be 2-10%. It can be used in place of propylene glycol or glycerin in applications that require humectancy, active solubilisation (prevents crystalisation) and stabilising power (for volatile actives).
Origin: Synthetic
Solubility: Water soluble
Use Level: 0.5-20% in a formula. Heat tolerant.
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