EWG Safety Score
What Is Isopentyldiol?
Isopentyldiol is a synthetic ingredient that is used as solvent to form cosmetic solutions. It can also add hydration to skin thanks to its humectant properties. Suppliers of this ingredient note it provides emollience minus a tacky feel.\n\nIsopentyldiol is found in all kinds of beauty products, including facial masks, serums, makeup remover wipes, foundations, and hair care.\n\nAs a raw material, it is described as an odorless, colorless, water-soluble liquid.\n\nIn their 2018 assessment, the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel surveyed 160 personal care products containing up to 15% isopentyldiol and gave their seal of approval for this ingredient’s safety.
Benefits for Your Skin
Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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UL Prospector, Accessed January 2022, ePublication UL Prospector, 2022
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Cosmetic Ingredient Review, March 2018, pages 1-73 Cosmetic Ingredient Review, 2018
How widely it's used
Regulatory information
Standardised cosmetic-ingredient identifiers used by regulators.
Show identifiers
- INCI Name
- ISOPENTYLDIOL
- EC Number
- 256-597-5 / 459-270-7
- Function
- Solvent
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