Ingredient
Pentylene Glycol
Positive in 2 products Neutral in 3
Scout's take
Pentylene Glycol serves as a humectant and has antimicrobial properties, which can enhance product preservation. It is considered safe for facial skin.
More from Scout's analyses
Plant-fermentation-derived humectant; cleaner than propylene glycol.
from the analysis of The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%Clean-beauty preservative / chelator — low concern.
from the analysis of W3LL People Bio Powder FoundationMild humectant from plant sugar fermentation.
from the analysis of ThinkSport SPF 50+ Mineral SunscreenFound in 5 products
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