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Propylene Glycol

Korean: 프로필렌글라이콜 · Functions: fragrance, humectant, skin conditioning - humectant, skin conditioning - miscellaneous, solvent, viscosity controlling

KR South Korea (MFDS)

No specific rule on file.

EU European Union (CosIng)

No specific rule on file.

US United States (FDA)

No specific rule on file. The FDA regulates few cosmetic ingredients by name; no rule does not mean approval.

Our noteA glycol used as a humectant and solvent.

Products listing Propylene Glycol

Kundal 10X CAFFEINE STRENGTHENING SCALP SERUM 0.33 fl oz - HERB MINT Serum · $18.39
0 1 0 0 0 0 0 3
Cos De BAHA 15% Azelaic Acid High-Strength Serum with MSM for Acne, Hyperpigmentation & Skin Clarity 30ml Toner
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Aestura A-CICA365 Hydrating Relief Toner pH4.5 Toner
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Neogen A-Clear Aid Soothing Foam Cleanser (100ml) Cleanser · $38.00
0 2 1 0 0 0 0 4
La'dor ACV Treatment 150ml Other · $17.00
0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1
Cos De BAHA Alcohol Free Acne Treatment Intensive Facial Serum with Azelaic acid 5%, Niacinamide 10%, Salicylic Acid, Retinol, Tea Tree - Fast & Efficient Cystic Acne, Age-Defying Formula 1oz (30ml) Serum
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Holika Holika Aloe Facial Cleansing Foam - 5.07 fl.oz | Jeju Aloe Vera & Sulfate-Free Cleanser · $9.99
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF50+/ PA+++ Sunscreen · SPF 50+ · PA+++
0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2
Sulwhasoo Anti-Aging Routine Other
0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2
Nature Republic Argan Essential Deep Care Hair Pack Body
0 2 0 0 0 0 0 3
Aestura ATOBARRIER365 CAPSULE TONER Toner
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Aestura ATOBARRIER365 Capsule Toner 300ml*2ea Toner
0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2
Aestura ATOBARRIER365 HYDRO SOOTHING CREAM Moisturizer
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Aestura Atobarrier 365 Lotion 150ml & hydro Cera-HA Ampoule 30ml Serum
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Anua Azelaic 3 Cica Skin Clarifying Toner Toner · $21.00
1 2 2 0 0 0 0 4
Cos De BAHA Azelaic Acid 10% Facial Serum with Niacinamide - Fast Rosacea Skin Care Product + Reduce Cystic Acne Scar + Redness Relief Face + Pimple Pigmentation Blackhead, Alcohol Free, 1oz (30ml) Toner
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Anua Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum Serum
1 2 0 0 0 0 0 2
TIRTIR Azelaic Acid 12% Serum Serum · $25.00
0 2 2 0 0 0 0 5
Medicube Azelaic Acid 16 Calming Serum Serum · $26.00
0 2 1 0 0 0 0 4
Cos De BAHA Azelaic Acid 5% Facial Serum with Niacinamide - Fast Rosacea Skin Care Product + Reduce Cystic Acne Scar + Redness Relief Face + Pimple Pigmentation Blackhead, 1 Fl Oz (30ml) (5% Azelaic Acid) Toner
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
iUNIK Azelaic Acid Lacto PDRN Serum Serum · $25.00
0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1
Medicube Azelaic Acid Niacinamide Clarifying Toner Toner · $21.00
0 2 1 0 0 0 0 5
JMsolution Be Nature Calendula Sheet Mask –Calming & Moisturizing Face Mask, 24ml x 10 Sheets Mask
0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1
Round Lab Birch Moisturizing Eye Balm Cleanser · $22.00
0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2

Also listed as

Propylene Glycol 프로필렌글라이콜

Information only, not medical advice. Rules change — always check the linked official source. If you are pregnant, have a skin condition or allergies, ask a dermatologist or pharmacist.

Frequently asked questions

What is Propylene Glycol?

A glycol used as a humectant and solvent.

Is Propylene Glycol banned in the European Union?

We found no specific rule for it in the EU's CosIng records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

Is Propylene Glycol banned in South Korea?

We found no specific rule for it in Korea's MFDS records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

Is Propylene Glycol allowed in cosmetics in the U.S.?

We found no specific rule for it in the FDA's records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

What is Propylene Glycol used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: fragrance, humectant, skin conditioning - humectant, skin conditioning - miscellaneous, solvent, viscosity controlling.

What is Propylene Glycol called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 프로필렌글라이콜.

Which K-beauty products contain Propylene Glycol?

24+ products we checked list it, for example Kundal 10X CAFFEINE STRENGTHENING SCALP SERUM 0.33 fl oz - HERB MINT, Cos De BAHA 15% Azelaic Acid High-Strength Serum with MSM for Acne, Hyperpigmentation & Skin Clarity 30ml, Aestura A-CICA365 Hydrating Relief Toner pH4.5.

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