1/3 Propanediol (Natural) is a natural, green, propylene glycol alternative derived from corn sugar, used as a humectant, hair and skin conditioner, preservative booster, and solvent with a light, non-sticky, slightly dry skin feel.

Propanediol increases hydration when used in hair and body products, and at 5%, performs better than propylene glycol and butylene glycol. When combined with glycerin, Propanediol shows a synergistic effect that reduces the tackiness of glycerin, while offering the benefits of increased levels of hydration. At levels up to 75%, it shows low potential to irritate or sensitize skin. In surfactant systems, Propanediol increases the clarity of surfactant systems and viscosity while decreasing the amount of salt necessary to thicken a product. It improves flash foam, and produces more elegant systems with creamier lather and denser foam.

In hair care products, such as shampoo, conditioner, leave on conditioners, or styling aids, it offers a cleaner feeling after rinsing while increasing moisturization, improving detangling, reducing static, and improving wet and dry combing. In all products, it decreases the freezing point and increases stability in freeze/thaw and heated tests.

Propanediol may boost the efficacy of preservatives. Its efficacy was demonstrated when combined with preservatives containing phenoxyethanol against yeast, gram-positive, and gram-negative organisms, as well as mold. Propanediol is an excellent solvent for harder to dissolve ingredients like salicylic acid, ferulic acid, allantoin, and ascorbic acid.

Cosmetic Benefits of 1/3 Propanediol (Natural):

• Light, non-sticky skin feel
• Green substitute for propylene glycol from a renewable resource
• Viscosity enhancer
• Clarity enhancer for surfactant systems
• Increased freeze/thaw and heat stability
• Low potential to irritate or sensitize skin
• Good solvent for hard to dissolve ingredients as well as botanical extract
• Boosts efficacy of preservatives
• Hygroscopic, hydrates skin and hair well

CAS NUM:  504-63-2

INCI Name:  Propanediol

Colour & Appearance:  Clear colorless oil

Stable in pH range: Neutral

Grade: Cosmetic grade

Recommended Usage: 1 – 10%, up to 20%

Mixing Method: Add into water phase. Heat tolerant

Solubility: Water , Most glycols , Ethoxydiglycol

Application: ream , Lotion , Clear Gel , Toner , Mask , Scrub , Liquid Soap , Bar Soap (pH >7) , Bar Soap (pH <7) , Shampoo , Conditioner , Cleanser , Hair Styling , Lip , Eye Shadow , Brush-on , Foundation , Primer , Concealer , Deodorant , Mascara , Eye Liner , Depilatory

Country of Origin: USA

Certification: Kosher, halal, USP-NF

Packaging: Our water/Oil based ingredients are bottled in plastics avoid spillage.

Recommended Storage: Our water/Liquid based ingredients should be stored in cool temperatures away from direct sunlight and moisture in an airtight container. (Current Lot will expire: 03-2025)

DISCLAIMER: All SOPHIX NATURAL PRODUCTS are for external use only unless otherwise STATED. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.