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Humectant

PROPYLENE GLYCOL CITRATE

CAS 85252-24-0 Updated
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A citric acid–propylene glycol ester used as a mild humectant and emollient. Helps skin retain moisture with a smooth feel; well tolerated except in propylene-glycol-sensitive users.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTHUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Mild humectant and emollient
  • Citrate moiety adds chelating support
  • Smooth, non-greasy skin feel

Known concerns

  • Propylene glycol may sensitize a small subset of users
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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