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Solvent

BUTYL GLYCOLATE

CAS 7397-62-8 Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

The butyl ester of glycolic acid. Used as a mild solvent and conditioning agent that slowly releases glycolic acid on the skin; generally well tolerated but may irritate sensitive or compromised skin.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Mild solvent and coalescing aid
  • Acts as a skin-conditioning ester
  • Biodegradable carrier

Known concerns

  • Hydrolyses to glycolic acid on skin, lowering pH
  • Can sting on broken skin or in eye area
  • Not a true AHA exfoliant when delivered in low %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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