Ingredient Checker

Propylene Glycol

Humectant and skin-conditioning agent derived from petroleum. Attracts moisture to the skin and helps products maintain proper consistency. Also used as a solvent for dyes and fragrances in cosmetics.

Rating:
3

About This Ingredient

Learn more about this ingredient and how it affects your skin.

How It Can Clog Pores

Can compromise the skin's barrier function and increase penetration of other ingredients, including comedogenic substances. May cause irritation in sensitive individuals and amplify other pore-clogging ingredients.

Where It's Found

Moisturizers, serums, toners, cleansers, antiperspirants

Risk

MEDIUM

Alternative

Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Sorbitol

Derived From

Petroleum-derived (synthetic)