HEXYLENE GLYCOL

Description:
Hexylene glycol is a solvent and humectant that helps improve the texture and stability of skincare products. It draws moisture into the skin and supports product penetration. It's lightweight and enhances the performance of serums and creams. Safe for most skin types, it contributes to a smooth application.

  • Can have a moisturizing/hydrating effect on your skin.
  • Can have a softening effect.
  • Can have a soothing effect.
  • Synthetically created
  • Can have the following uses in cosmetics: Emulsifying, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, Surfactant
  • Used as an emulsifier to homogeneously mix ingredients.
  • Can be used as a perfuming ingredient.
  • A wash-active substances that is of great importance for cleaning the skin and hair.
  • Is a type of alcohol, which can be used to deliver other ingredients into the skin, dissolve oils and temporarily tighten pores.

Products containing this ingredient

Stila Glitter Glow Liquid Eye Shadow (0.153 oz.) - Kitten Karma

Stila Glitter Glow Liquid Eye Shadow (0.153 oz.) – Kitten Karma

Description by Dermstore (US)

Illuminate your eyes with Glitter & Glow Liquid Eye Shadow by Stila Cosmetics. This lightweight and water-infused formula provides long-lasting coverage, without ever flaking. Boosted with mica, this highly-pigmented formula reflects the light around you,
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Perricone MD No Makeup Foundation Serum - 5 Beige

Perricone MD No Makeup Foundation Serum – 5 Beige

Description by Dermstore (US)

WHY WE LOVE IT A skin-improving serum foundation that creates a semi-matte finish with buildable coverage. This lightweight, hydrating formula visibly improves the appearance of dark spots and uneven skin tone for visibly smoother, more uniform skin over
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Murad Clarifying Water Gel 2 oz

Murad Clarifying Water Gel 2 oz

Description by Dermstore (US)

Hydrate your way to clearer skin. Non-comedogenic, water-light hydrator purifies, refines and interrupts bacteria signals that can lead to irritated skin.Hyaluronic acid deeply hydrates while salicylic acid exfoliates and refines for a balanced, non-greas
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Perricone MD No Makeup Foundation Serum - 7 Tan

Perricone MD No Makeup Foundation Serum – 7 Tan

Description by Dermstore (US)

WHY WE LOVE IT A skin-improving serum foundation that creates a semi-matte finish with buildable coverage. This lightweight, hydrating formula visibly improves the appearance of dark spots and uneven skin tone for visibly smoother, more uniform skin over
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Stila Glitter Glow Liquid Eye Shadow (0.153 oz.) - Molten Midnight

Stila Glitter Glow Liquid Eye Shadow (0.153 oz.) – Molten Midnight

Description by Dermstore (US)

Illuminate your eyes with Glitter & Glow Liquid Eye Shadow by Stila Cosmetics. This lightweight and water-infused formula provides long-lasting coverage, without ever flaking. Boosted with mica, this highly-pigmented formula reflects the light around you,
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Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector 0.5 oz

Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector 0.5 oz

Description by Dermstore (US)

Combat the signs of aging around the delicate eye area with Murad’s Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector. Formulated to fight the look of dark circles (blue, brown and red tones) due to low microcirculation, sun damage and inflammation, this eye serum fueled
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Elizabeth Arden Prevage 2.0 Anti-Aging Eye Serum 20ml

Elizabeth Arden Prevage 2.0 Anti-Aging Eye Serum 20ml

Description by Dermstore (US)

Revolutionise your eye care routine with the Elizabeth Arden Prevage 2.0 Anti-Aging Eye Serum, a next-generation formula powered by five brightening ingredients. Harnessing the illuminating powers of idebenone, the eye cream helps to reduce the visible s
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Murad Intense Recovery Cream 1.7 oz 

Murad Intense Recovery Cream 1.7 oz 

Description by Dermstore (US)

Did you know all sorts of things can wreak havoc on your skin – hormonal changes, aggressive beauty routines…not to mention psychological stress and fatigue? The result is seriously stressed-out skin that’s extremely dry, irritated, red and out of balan
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Perricone MD High Potency Classics Face Finishing & Firming Tinted Moisturiser SPF 30

Perricone MD High Potency Classics Face Finishing & Firming Tinted Moisturiser SPF 30

Description by Dermstore (US)

This fast-absorbing, oil-free, tinted moisturizer with SPF delivers powerful antioxidant benefits that help minimize the appearance of wrinkles and imperfections. Our unique, tinted face moisturizer deeply hydrates for silky-smooth, supple skin, while a m
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Elizabeth Arden Prevage Anti-Aging Daily Serum 2.0 1.7 oz

Elizabeth Arden Prevage Anti-Aging Daily Serum 2.0 1.7 oz

Description by Dermstore (US)

PREVAGE Anti-Aging Daily Serum 2.0 is the next generation of our #1 anti-aging serum. Now with 4X the antioxidant power,* PREVAGE 2.0 with supercharged antioxidant Idebenone is boosted by 10 new powerful ingredients to help visibly reverse aging signs an
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