Butanediol
Butanediol is an organic alcohol that functions primarily as a solvent and humectant in cosmetic products. It helps to dissolve other ingredients and can attract moisture to the skin, contributing to hydration. It also aids in improving the texture and spreadability of formulations.
Solvent
BenefitModerate 1.5 / 4
Hydration i1.5 / 4
Whether the ingredient helps increase the skin’s water content — humectants that attract water, ingredients that reduce water loss, or ones that make skin feel less dry.
Rated by SpottyLabs' ingredient methodology, independent of brands.
What it helps with
- improves ingredient solubility
- attracts moisture to skin
- enhances product texture
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Frequently asked questions
- What is butanediol used for in skincare?
- Butanediol acts as a solvent to help dissolve other ingredients and as a humectant, drawing moisture into the skin to improve hydration.
