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Humectant

BUTYLENE GLYCOL/TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL COPOLYMER

Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A glycol copolymer that grabs water and pulls it into the skin — works as a humectant and humidity buffer. Well-tolerated at cosmetic concentrations with no notable safety flags.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Humectant moisture binding
  • Improves spreadability
  • Mild and non-stripping

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
  • Manufacturer-dependent purity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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