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Keeps the product fresh

Ethylhexyl Glycerin

Ethylhexyl Glycerin is a preservative used in skincare. It's found in 3 products in our database, making it a less common ingredient.

What it does

Keeps the product fresh

Who it's best for

A necessary ingredient that keeps products safe to use.

  • Present in virtually all water-based skincare to prevent bacterial growth
  • Generally safe at cosmetic concentrations for all skin types
  • Without preservatives, products would spoil rapidly after opening

Works well with

  • +Draws in moisture(humectant)
  • +Softens and smooths(emollient)
  • +Works on your skin(active)
Found in

3 products

Category

Keeps the product fresh

Frequently asked questions

What does Ethylhexyl Glycerin do in skincare?

Ethylhexyl Glycerin is classified as "keeps the product fresh" in skincare formulations. Keeps the product fresh.

Is Ethylhexyl Glycerin safe for sensitive skin?

Ethylhexyl Glycerin 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 Ethylhexyl Glycerin?

3 products in our database contain Ethylhexyl Glycerin. The highest-rated is The Ordinary Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion Moisturizer for Soothing Hydration & Reduced Redness scoring 8.5/9.8.

Can I use Ethylhexyl Glycerin every day?

Preservatives are present at safe concentrations in nearly all skincare products and are encountered daily as part of normal product use.