Six-carbon glycol with solvent and antimicrobial properties. Boosts preservative performance and helps deliver actives into the stratum corneum.
Topical application
CWeak evidence. In vitro data, open-label studies, or expert consensus.
Safe glycol at up to 5%. Sensitive skin occasionally reacts with redness and itching.
Hexylene Glycol (2-methyl-2,4-pentanediol) is a six-carbon diol with solvent and antimicrobial properties. Where applied. Creams, serums, cleansers (1-5%). Solvent, preservative booster, mild penetration enhancer. Often combined with phenoxyethanol and ethylhexylglycerin. Safety. CIR Final Report 2014 confirmed safety up to 7% in leave-on. Hypoallergenic. Mild irritation possible in very sensitive skin at concentrations above 5%. Pregnancy and lactation – safe.
Irritation potential
LowAllergen risk
LowPregnancy
SafeSuitable for
Use with caution
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Hexylene Glycol is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
Hexylene Glycol suits: normal, dry, oily, combination. Use with caution in: sensitive.
Six-carbon glycol with solvent and antimicrobial properties.
The INCI name is Hexylene Glycol. It may also appear as: Гексиленгликоль.
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