Propylene Glycol

Propylene Glycol : Is used in cosmetic formulations as a skin conditioning agent (humectant or miscellaneous), viscosity decreasing agent, solvent, or fragrance ingredient. The PPGs function primarily as skin conditioning agents, with some functioning as solvents.

Dangers of Propylene Glycol : When used for prolonged periods, it can cause central nervous system (CNS) toxicity, hyperosmolarity, haemolysis, cardiac arrhythmia, seizures, agitation, and lactic acidosis.