Ethylhexylglycerin
Product Description
Ethylhexylglycerin, a multifunctional cosmetic ingredient, finds various industrial applications due to its unique properties.
Product:
Ethylhexylglycerin
CAS:
70445-33-9
Synonym:
3-[(2-Ethylhexyl)oxy]-1,2-propanediol; Octoxyglycerin
Structure:
Typical Characteristics
Appearance
Clear colorless liquid
Boiling point
325 °C
Density
0.962 g/cm3
Flash Point
152 °C
Molecular Weight
204.31
Odor
Odorless
Purity
97%
Refractive index
1.4490-1.4530
Uses, Applications & Markets
Key applications
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Ethylhexylglycerin used in many
industry applications
Ethylhexylglycerin, a multifunctional cosmetic ingredient, finds various industrial applications due to its unique properties. Here’s a list of some of its industrial uses:
- Preservative Enhancer: Ethylhexylglycerin is used as a preservative enhancer in cosmetic formulations, improving the efficacy of other preservatives and extending the shelf life of products.
- Deodorant Agent: It acts as a deodorant agent in personal care products, effectively inhibiting the growth of odor-causing bacteria on the skin.
- Skin Conditioning Agent: Ethylhexylglycerin is used in skincare products as a skin conditioning agent, providing moisturizing and soothing benefits.
- Emollient: It serves as an emollient in various cosmetic formulations, helping to soften and smooth the skin by providing hydration.
- Antimicrobial Agent: Ethylhexylglycerin exhibits antimicrobial properties, making it useful in preventing microbial contamination in cosmetic and personal care products.
- Hair Care Products: It is used in hair care formulations to improve the texture and manageability of hair, providing a smooth and silky feel.
- Formulation Stabilizer: Ethylhexylglycerin acts as a stabilizer in cosmetic formulations, enhancing the stability and consistency of the final product.
- Anti-Irritant: It is used in formulations to reduce the potential for skin irritation caused by other ingredients, making products more tolerable for sensitive skin.
- Emulsion Stabilizer: Ethylhexylglycerin helps to stabilize emulsions in cosmetic products, ensuring a uniform and consistent texture.
- Humectant: It functions as a humectant, attracting and retaining moisture in the skin, thereby improving hydration levels.