1,2-Hexanediol
Efficacy:
- serves as a versatile ingredient in skincare products, offering multiple benefits
- attract and retain moisture in the skin, keeping it hydrated and plump
- acts as a preservative, extending the shelf life of skincare formulations and preventing microbial growth
Safety:
- compatible with a wide range of skincare formulations, including creams, serums, and emulsions, making it suitable for various product types
- maintain the stability and integrity of skincare products over time
- well-tolerated by most skin types and is generally considered safe for use in skincare formulations
Description:
1,2-Hexanediol is one of the commonly used ingredients in cosmetics. This ingredient offers various functions such as emollience, improvement of skin flexibility, and preservative effects, enhancing the quality and effectiveness of cosmetics.
1,2-Hexanediol provides a soft and smooth texture to the skin, improving skin flexibility. This allows cosmetics to be easily absorbed into the skin, leaving the skin surface smooth and resilient.
Additionally, 1,2-Hexanediol enhances the efficacy of other ingredients in cosmetics. This ingredient strengthens the preservative effects, extending the shelf life of cosmetics and inhibiting microbial growth, thus increasing the stability of the products.
Reference:
The Microbe Volume 1, December 2023, 100017
International Journal of Pharmaceutics Volume 579, 15 April 2020, 119137