Humectant ingredient
Isopentyldiol
A branched-chain diol (3-methyl-1,3-butanediol) used in cosmetics as a humectant, co-solvent, and mild antimicrobial booster.
Also known as: 3-methyl-1,3-butanediol, isopentylene glycol
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Benefits
- ✓Attracts and retains moisture
- ✓Acts as a co-solvent to dissolve and stabilize actives
- ✓Mild antimicrobial effect that boosts preservative systems
No known watch-fors.