Alternatives to Butylene Glycol

Based on your request for alternatives to Butylene Glycol that are potentially gentler and lighter, consider the following:

• Pentylene Glycol: This ingredient is a solvent that can be used to replace both Propylene Glycol and Butylene Glycol. It offers the added benefits of being a good humectant (helping to retain moisture) and acting as a preservative booster. It is generally used at a rate of 1-10%.

• Ethoxydiglycol: As mentioned previously, Ethoxydiglycol has a lighter texture. However, the gentleness of different glycols can be similar, and high concentrations of any glycol may cause skin irritation.

While Butylene Glycol itself is considered more gentle and lighter than Propylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol is a suitable alternative that provides similar solvent properties along with humectant and preservative boosting effects.