Pentylene Glycol

Moisturizing

INCI: Pentylene Glycol

In short · TL;DR

Category

Moisturizing

Effect

A multifunctional diol that provides moisturization along with mild antimicrobial support

Concentration

Roughly 1–5% (varies by product)

Effect

A multifunctional diol that provides moisturization along with mild antimicrobial support

Mechanism

1,2-Pentanediol. In addition to moisture retention through hygroscopicity, it has an antimicrobial-support action (boosting preservative efficacy)

Typical concentration

Roughly 1–5% (varies by product)

Onset

Immediately after application

Cautions

Rarely stinging or irritation at high concentration. Sensitive skin should be careful with concentration

Evidence & references

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/93000

This page is reference information and does not guarantee efficacy. Figures vary by test conditions (in vitro / manufacturer / concentration). It does not indicate pharmaceutical efficacy.

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