Quick answer

A synthetic, skin-softening glycol; Can add slip to improve product texture; Higher amounts improve the penetration of other ingredients; Can help bolster a skin care product’s preservative system Key benefits: Hydration.

Decylene Glycol

Updated

1,2-Decanediol

Purpose

This skin-softening synthetic glycol aids slip, softens skin, and can help enhance a cosmetic’s preservation system.

Rating

GOOD

Category

Humectant

INCI Purpose

SKIN CONDITIONING

Benefits

Hydration — Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

Alternative Names

At a Glance

A synthetic, skin-softening glycol

Can add slip to improve product texture

Higher amounts improve the penetration of other ingredients

Can help bolster a skin care product’s preservative system

Article

Decylene glycol is a synthetic glycol that functions as a skin-conditioning agent to soften skin. Glycols also give slip to products (for easier application) and can help enhance the penetration of other ingredients.

This particular glycol also has properties that can aid a cosmetic’s preservation system. Typical usage levels in skin care range from 0.1–2%, with higher amounts being better at aiding skin penetration of other ingredients. It is also known as 1,2-decanediol.

Decylene glycol is considered safe as used in cosmetics. It is not known to sensitize or irritate skin.

See: Propylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Methylpropanediol

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