Important uses of Propylene Glycol (PG)

In cosmetics and personal care

According to research, Propylene Glycol is a common ingredient in more than 4,000 products and cosmetic formulas. Products that often use it include moisturizers, skin care products, fragrance oils and solvents.

Propylene Glycol is also known as a humectant and a viscosity reducer in cosmetics. It also acts as a solvent or coupling agent to improve emulsion stability. It is very safe to use in these products, at concentrations of up to 50%.

It helps create foam in shampoo and keeps fragrance longer. It is widely used in skin and hair care because it retains moisture and prevents water loss from the skin.

It is also a preservative and antifreeze agent in liquid lipsticks.

In industry

• Because it is safer, propylene glycol is used to replace ethylene glycol in many commercial antifreeze formulas.
• About 45% of propylene glycol is used as a chemical raw material to make unsaturated polyester resin.
• It is used as a humectant, solvent and additive in food, pharmaceuticals and tobacco products.
• It is one of the main ingredients (less than 1.92%), together with vegetable glycerin (VG), of e-liquid used in electronic cigarette cartridges.
• It is widely used in the imaging industry and is a component of film developing solutions.
• It is an important component of the Corexit oil dispersant used in oil spills.

In the food industry

Propylene glycol inhibits the growth of mold and bacteria. It is also a solvent that dissolves spices, flavors and colors for food and drinks.

It is used in confectionery, meat, cheese, canned food and other foods, as a preservative, humectant, softener and texturizer.

In pharmaceuticals

• It is a solvent in pharmaceuticals, for both oral and injectable use.
• In veterinary medicine, propylene glycol is used as an oral treatment for ketosis in ruminants.

Notes when using Propylene Glycol

Propylene Glycol can be harmful, but when used within the dosage allowed by international organizations it can still be used for work. We recommend consulting experts to avoid problems such as skin irritation, dermatitis or eczema-type rashes.

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