Butylene Glycol vs Polyglycerin-3

Butylene Glycol and Polyglycerin-3 are both draws in moisture ingredients. Butylene Glycol is found in 1031 products while Polyglycerin-3 appears in 33, making Butylene Glycol the more widely used option.

Draws in moisture

Butylene Glycol

Lightweight humectant and solvent

1031 products

Draws in moisture

Polyglycerin-3

Draws in moisture

33 products

Top products with Butylene Glycol

cerave

Skin Renewing Night Cream

9.4

Glow Recipe

Korean Toner Pad Skin Care Kit for Pores, Dark Spots, and Skin Barrier Repair

9.4

Murad

Nutrient-Charged Water Gel

9.4

The Ordinary

Power of Peptides Set

9.4

Ole Henriksen

Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer

9.4

Top products with Polyglycerin-3

U Beauty

Mini The BARRIER Bioactive Treatment Face Mask with PDRN

8.5

innisfree

Green Tea Ceramide Refillable Korean Milk Toner for Hydration & Barrier Repair

8.4

innisfree

Mini Green Tea Ceramide Milk Toner for Hydration & Barrier Repair

8.4

U Beauty

The RETURN Eye Concentrate Eye Cream for Brightening + Firming

8.3

DIOR

Capture Eye Creme

8.3

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Butylene Glycol and Polyglycerin-3?

Butylene Glycol is categorised as "Draws in moisture" while Polyglycerin-3 is categorised as "Draws in moisture". They serve different functions in skincare formulations.

Can I use Butylene Glycol and Polyglycerin-3 together?

In most cases, these ingredients can be used together. However, always patch test and introduce new ingredients gradually.

Which is more common in skincare products?

Butylene Glycol is found in 1031 products, while Polyglycerin-3 is found in 33 products in our database.

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