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ethylhexylglycerin

Mild

Mild cosmetic preservative booster and skin conditioning agent. Rare cases of contact allergy reported.

Recommended safe frequency
dailySafe for daily cosmetic use
weeklySafe
monthlySafe
Brand lens check
  • MicroplasticsNot flagged
  • SugarsNot flagged
  • Seed OilsNot flagged
Body systems impacted
  • Skin
  • Immune System
Regulatory status
  • FDAApproved for cosmetics
  • EFSACompliant cosmetic ingredient

PubMed References

Primary Research

Ethylhexylglycerin: a new contact allergen(2002)

PubMed (PMID 12010531)

Last reviewed: May 2026

FAQ

Is ethylhexylglycerin bad for you?

Mild cosmetic preservative booster and skin conditioning agent. Rare cases of contact allergy reported.

What does ethylhexylglycerin do to your body?

ethylhexylglycerin primarily affects: Skin, Immune System.

How often is it safe to consume ethylhexylglycerin?

Daily: Safe for daily cosmetic use. Weekly: Safe. Monthly: Safe.

What products contain ethylhexylglycerin?

ethylhexylglycerin is commonly found in cosmetic products. Use the Zeral app to scan any product and instantly see if it contains ethylhexylglycerin.

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