propanediol

 

what is it?

Propanediol is a produced naturally from corn and is often used as an alternative to petroleum-derived glycols.

what does it do?

Propanediol is used to improve the skin’s absorption of cosmetic formulas. Propanediol also functions as a preservative and viscosity increasing ingredient in BRAHSTON products.

what do the experts say?

+ The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel

+ EWG Skin Deep® Cosmetics Database

  • SAFETY RATING

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    According to EWG, propanediol is rated as a 2 on a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the lowest risk to health and 10 being the highest.

+ Paula's Choice Skincare Ingredient Dictionary