Butylene Glycol
Butylene Glycol is a humectant — lightweight humectant and solvent. It's found in 1476 products in our database, making it one of the most common ingredients.
What it does
Lightweight humectant and solvent
Who it's best for
All skin types, especially dry or dehydrated skin.
- Dehydrated skin that needs a moisture boost regardless of skin type
- Oily skin types who want lightweight hydration without heaviness
- Anyone living in a humid climate where humectants work best
Works well with
- +Locks moisture in(occlusive)
- +Softens and smooths(emollient)
- +Works on your skin(active)
1476 products
Draws in moisture
Best products with Butylene Glycol
Moisturisers
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The Littles 8.0
DermInfusions Fill + Repair Eye Cream
Watermelon Milk™ Peptide Cushion Cream Refillable Moisturizer for Dry Skin & Barrier Support
Vitamin C Brightening Serum-Infused Mask for Dark Spots
Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol
Gentle Retinol + Salicylic Acid Acne Serum for Blemishes + Post-Acne Scars
Firming Bakuchi Anti-Aging Serum with Peptides and Retinol Alternative
BALANCEFUL 5D Cica Complex AHA Pore Refining Toner for Clear, Smooth Skin
Biodance Collagen Peptide Eye Patch
barrier+ Triple Lipid Activating Serum With Plumping Peptides and Niacinamide
Deep Water Surge Hydrating Serum 30 with PDRN, Hyaluronic Acid, and Ceramide
Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control
TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask
ATOBARRIER365 Hydro CERA-HA Ceramide + Hyaluronic Acid Face Serum for Skin Moisture Barrier Repair
Vitamin C Brightening Korean Guava Toner Pads for Undereye & Cheeks
XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum PDRN Skincare for Anti-Aging
Sugarcoat Gloss Soothing & Hydrating Lip Balm
Vitamin Enriched Smoothing Serum with Niacinamide + Vitamin C
DIVE IN 5D Hyaluronic Acid Ultra Hydrating Serum for Plump & Glow Skin
A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic
Frequently asked questions
What does Butylene Glycol do in skincare?
Lightweight humectant and solvent
Is Butylene Glycol safe for sensitive skin?
Butylene Glycol is generally well-tolerated and has no specific concern flags in our database. As with any ingredient, patch-test if you have highly reactive skin.
What products contain Butylene Glycol?
1476 products in our database contain Butylene Glycol. The highest-rated is Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 scoring 9.8/9.8.
Can I use Butylene Glycol every day?
Yes, humectants are gentle enough for daily use and are a staple in most skincare routines. They work well both morning and evening.