Characteristics
- INCI
- Triethylene Glycol
- CAS
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112-27-6
This is the substance number in the Chemical Abstracts Service registry. The CAS number uniquely identifies a substance regardless of language, trade name, or synonyms.
- EC
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203-953-2
This is the substance number in the European chemical identification system (EC number), used in European regulatory databases including ECHA/CosIng.
- IUPAC
- 2,2'-(Ethylenedioxy)Diethanol
- Functions
- masking, perfuming, viscosity controlling
Для кого подходит
Description
Triethylene Glycol is a small synthetic glycol used in cosmetics mostly as a solvent and formulation helper. In simple terms, it helps dissolve ingredients, improve texture, and keep products feeling smooth and consistent. You’ll most often see it in items like fragrances, hair products, and some skincare formulas where it supports even mixing and stable performance rather than acting as a headline “active.”
For skin and hair, its main benefit is indirect: by helping a formula spread well and stay uniform, it can make a product feel lighter, less gritty, and easier to apply. People who like elegant, fast-spreading formulas may appreciate it, especially in leave-on products that need a clean finish. It is not a moisturizer or treatment ingredient on its own, so it’s best thought of as a behind-the-scenes support ingredient.
Caveat: like many solvent-type ingredients, it may not suit everyone, especially those with very sensitive or easily irritated skin. If a product stings or feels uncomfortable, it’s worth checking the full formula rather than assuming Triethylene Glycol is the only reason. As always, the overall product matters more than any single ingredient.
Found in products (1 027 total)
Наиболее часто встречается в продукции Earth Rhythm (82 продуктов)
