Pentylene Glycol
Multifunctional Humectant & Preservative Booster
Purenso Select’s Pentylene Glycol is a versatile cosmetic ingredient valued for its dual functionality as both a hydrating humectant and a preservative booster. It attracts and retains moisture in the skin, leaving it soft and supple, while also enhancing the performance of preservatives in formulations.
With its excellent solubility and compatibility, Pentylene Glycol is widely used in serums, creams, lotions, gels, and cleansers. It is particularly popular in paraben-free and mild formulations, making it an essential ingredient for modern cosmetic products.
- Acts as a humectant to keep skin hydrated
- Boosts effectiveness of preservatives (broadens protection)
- Improves texture and spreadability of formulations
- Safe, stable, and widely accepted in clean beauty formulations
- Suitable for sensitive skin products
Use: Add as is to the water phase of the formulas, typical use level 1-5%. Can be used in both leave-on and rinse-off products. Functions best when combined with a preservative system. For external use only.
Applications: It is ideal for use in serums, lotions, creams, masks, gels, toners, cleansers, and sunscreens, providing hydration and extending shelf-life.
INCI Name: Pentylene Glycol
This product is a cosmetic raw material and is intended for external use only in cosmetic and personal care formulations. It is not intended for internal consumption or medicinal use.
- Do not ingest.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Avoid direct contact with eyes.
All product images are for illustrative purposes only. Actual product color, texture, or packaging may vary from batch to batch.
Information provided on this website is for educational purposes only and should not be considered or interpreted as medical advice.
While we do not offer products for internal use, we source only high-quality, pharmaceutical or food-grade ingredients. Ingredient purity and performance are critical in cosmetic applications, just as they are in ingestible products.
Please note:
Just because two products have the same name or CAS number does not guarantee the same grade, purity, or effectiveness. Always choose trusted suppliers. Choose Purenso for premium-grade ingredients you can rely on.
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