The simplest diol, used as a humectant, solvent and viscosity controller.
What it is
Glycol is the INCI name for ethylene glycol (ethane-1,2-diol), the simplest diol. CosIng lists it as a humectant, solvent and viscosity-controlling agent.
Where it is used
Found in a limited range of products, such as some hair and skin care products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
It is not the same as propylene glycol, butylene glycol or other glycols, which have their own INCI names.
Functions
- Humectant
- Retaining and/or preserving the moisture in a product during use.
- Solvent
- Dissolving other components of cosmetics. Solvents are usually liquids (aqueous and nonaqueous).
- Viscosity controlling
- Increasing or decreasing the viscosity (thickness) of cosmetics.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.
Products with this ingredient (17)
- Ambre Vanille Hydrating Body Wash · Laura Mercier
- Néroli du Sud Hydrating Body Wash · Laura Mercier
- Made to Last Liner · Pupa Milano
- Kids Shower Gel & Shampoo 2in1 Surfosaurus · Balea
- Neutral Bodylotion Parfymefri 250ml · UNILEVER NORGE AS
- Gel douche parfum Passion de mangue Mon instant plaisir · U
- Long Lasting Nail Polish 354 Fresh Mint · Hema
- Long Lasting Nail Polish 148 Popping Pink · Hema
- Ampollas tratamiento intensivo · Pantene
- Blue 3 Høvel Smooth Engangs 4stk Gillette · Procter & gamble as
- OralB Repair · Oral-B
- Mach 3 (XL) · Gillette