Curi/Atlas/Pentylene Glycol*

INCI · humectant · CIR review pending · used in 1 products

Pentylene Glycol*

Pentylene Glycol (INCI: 1,2-Dihydroxypentane, CAS# 5343-92-0) is a multi-functional helper ingredient used in cosmetic formulations. It acts as an emulsion stabilizer, solvent, and broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent. It has a silky skin feel and works synergistically with preservatives while also helping to improve the water-resistance of sunscreen formulations.

Evidence level

weak

EWG score

—

Comedogenic

—

Category

humectant

● Benefits

According to manufacturer information, Pentylene Glycol functions as a moisturizer and skin-feel enhancer. It provides humectant properties and supports the efficacy of other preservatives in a formula. It is also noted to improve water-resistance in sunscreen products.

hydratingantimicrobialbarrier-supportsolvent

● Cautions

Where Curi finds it.

Curi's featured formulas containing Pentylene Glycol*.

Anua · 아누아

Anua (Renewal) Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam

removes dead skin and waste in porescalms irritation caused by cleansing

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138 formulas in cufind's catalog carry Pentylene Glycol*.

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HERA Hera Age Away Collagenic Emulsion

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Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Mask (1 Sheet)

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