Cosmetic Preservative Ethylhexylglycerin Supplier

Benefits

Why is ethylhexylglycerin found in everything from lipstick to shampoo? It’s versatile! Seriously, ethylhexylglycerin functions as a quadruple threat in the beauty world (that is to say, it has four key functions). These four roles are that of a preservative, a surfactant, a deodorizer, and last but not least, a skin-conditioning or skin-softening agent. As a preservative, it ensures that the product it’s in doesn’t spoil quickly. Sometimes ethylhexylglycerin functions as a preservative on its own, whereas other times it works in conjunction with another preservative like phenoxyethanol as a preservative enhancer. Further, the chemical compound is also an amazing surfactant. This means that it can reduce the surface tension between two substances, such as a liquid and a solid, which then makes it easier for you to wash oil or dirt off your face at the end of the day. This function is one of the main reasons it is found in so many cleansers, body washes, shampoos, and conditioners. Next, ethylhexylglycerin acts as a deodorizer in certain beauty products. It has the ability to prevent the growth of odour-causing bacteria, which ensures the product will smell the same from the day it’s made until the day you finish using it. Finally, ethylhexylglycerin’s skin conditioning properties are no joke. Owing to its glycerol component, ethylhexylglycerin is able to simultaneously moisturize and soften the skin.