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Pentylene Glycol

Commonly known as: Pentylene glycol, 1,2-pentanediol, Pentane-1,2-diol, 1,2-dihydroxypentane.

I.N.C.I. list name: Pentylene Glycol.

Extraction process: Biotechnology.

Source: Plant-based.

Botanical name: Saccharum officinarum (sugar cane)/Zea mays (corn).

Family: Poaceae (Grasses).

Extracted part of the plant: Bagasse (fibrous residue from sugarcane) and cobs (corn).

Origin, provenance: United States.

Chemical properties: Colourless Dialcool; Low viscosity; Density: 0.966 - 0.976 g/cm3; Soluble in water, ethanol, and oil; Molecular mass: 104.15 g/mol; Refractive index: 1.4340 – 1.4440.

Properties: Colloidal solution, true solution, balm, emulsion.

Required dosage in cosmetic products: From 0.5 to 5.0%.

Function: Skin maintenance agent, solvent.

Specificities: Humectant, antibacterial, emollient, preservative, solvent.

Benefits: All skin types, particularly beneficial for dry and dehydrated skin; All hair types.

Details

Usage

Facial Care (creams, serums, masks, gels, lotions);
Body Care (shower gels, moisturising lotions, hand and foot balms);
Haircare treatments (shampoos, conditioners, masks, balms).

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Means of Preservation

Store at room temperature and in a dry place in well-sealed containers.

Contraindications, Usage Precautions

Following the recommendations (0.5 to 5%), pentylene glycol does not cause any irritation or allergic reactions on the skin. It demonstrates a very good skin compatibility. However, it can be irritating to the eyes.

Pentylene glycol is primarily used as a solvent, meaning it aids in the solubilisation of ingredients within a formula. A few years ago, only the synthetic version derived from mineral oils was available and used in cosmetic care. Today, it is also available in a plant-based version, particularly in natural and/or certified organic products. It is then extracted from renewable plant sources such as corn or sugar cane.