Name
Ethylhexylglycerin
Description
Ethylhexylglycerin is an ester of glycerin and 2-ethylhexanoic acid. It appears as a clear, colorless liquid. It is typically manufactured from glycerin.
Benefits
Acts as a mild preservative or preservative booster, helping to prevent the growth of microorganisms in cosmetic products.
Often used as a skin-conditioning agent, it helps to improve the texture and feel of the skin. Provides moisturizing benefits and can help to improve skin hydration.
Considerations
• Skin Irritation
Can be a skin irritant in some circumstances. May cause allergic reactions in certain individuals. • Environmental Toxicity Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Synonyms
3-[2-(Ethylhexyl)oxy]-1,2-propandiol
Octoxyglycerin
3-(2-ethylhexoxy)propane-1,2-diol
3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)propane-1,2-diol
3-((2-Ethylhexyl)oxy)propane-1,2-diol
3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)-1,2-propanediol
3-[(2-ethylhexyl)oxy]propane-1,2-diol
1,2-Propanediol, 3-((2-ethylhexyl)oxy)-
1,2-Propanediol, 3-[(2-ethylhexyl)oxy]-
Glycerol alpha-(2-Ethylhexyl) Ether
3-[(2-Ethylhexyl)oxy]-1,2-propanediol
Ethyl hexyl glycerine
2-ethyl-1-hexyl monoglyceryl ether
Research Sources
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/9859093 https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/ethylh122011finalx.pdf
Summary
Not a fully natural ingredient but likely a safe synthetic.
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