1,2-Hexanediol is a solvent, which means it dissolves other ingredients and helps them mix together in a formula. It's a lightweight liquid that also pulls a bit of moisture into the skin, so it can feel hydrating without being heavy. You'll find it in serums, toners, and lightweight moisturizers where formulators need ingredients to play nicely together. It's been used in skincare for years and shows up in products across all price points. Nothing fancy about it, just a workhorse ingredient that does its job quietly.
Ingredient
1,2-Hexanediol
Listed functions (EU CosIng): solvent
Products with 1,2-Hexanediol
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Cosrx
Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
Toner · 100 ml · $25.00
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Cosrx
BHA Blackhead Power Liquid
Toner · 100 ml · $25.00
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Good Molecules
Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum 30ml
Serum · 30 ml · $6.00
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The Inkey List
Starter Retinol Serum
Serum · 30 ml · $15.00
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Vanicream
Vanicream™ Gentle Facial Cleanser
Cleanser · 226.8 g
Blue Lizard
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion
Sunscreen · 141.8 g · $14.99
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This is general information about ingredients and prices, not medical advice. Patch test new products and talk to a dermatologist about skin conditions.