1,2-Hexanediol

Summary

1,2-Hexanediol is a multifunctional 1,2-glycol used in the Opuliss Beauty Full Cover Foundation as a humectant and a solvent that also boosts the activity of the paraben-free preservative system (it pairs with Hydroxyacetophenone). It appears in 46 products in our range.

About

On an ingredient list it is written as 1,2-Hexanediol. Its CAS reference is 6920-22-5. It is synthetic.

In the Formula

It protects the formula. It guards the product against spoilage or oxidation across its shelf life. Formally it is classed as humectant / solvent / preservative booster (1,2-glycol).

The Evidence

It is a listed cosmetic ingredient with an established function in the EU CosIng inventory. We hold no finished product study on it and do not imply one. We cite what the ingredient is assessed for, not what a finished product was claimed to do.

Honest Limits

1,2-Hexanediol does its job inside the formula. It is not an active, and nothing on this page should be read as a treatment claim.

Where we use it

• Liquid Blush Cherry Dewy Tint Buildable Glow For Daily Makeup Lovers
• Liquid Blush Dewy Cloud Finish Buildable Tint For All Skin Tones Glow
• Liquid Blush Dewy By Cuties Blendable Buildable Shades For All Tones
• Liquid Blush Dew Peach Buildable Dewy Tint For Everyday Makeup Lovers
• Liquid Blush Pinch Buildable Dewy Tint For All Skin Tones Mixable Glow
• Clear Eyebrow Gel Flexible Hold For All Hair Colors Fluffy Brows
• Dual Tip Cat Eye Eyeliner Pen For Cat Eye Lovers Bold Pro
• BB Cream Beachy Moisturizing Medium Coverage All Skin Types

And 38 more.