humectant solvent
Pentylene Glycol is a humectant solvent backed by documented evidence (evidence tier 4 of 4). We track 2 studies for it, 1 reporting a positive effect.
Contact Dermatitis · 2021 · observational
A patient with severe facial eczema after using an anti-aging cream had positive patch-test reactions to pentylene glycol at both 5% and 10% (day 3), while 15 healthy controls tested negative; the authors describe pentylene glycol as a weak but emerging cosmetic contact allergen warranting further study.
Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology · 2017 · in vitro
Measuring skin penetration of pentylene glycol from a commercial SPF50+ sunscreen in pig skin, the maximum bioavailable amount was 123 µg/cm² after 24 h under a worst-case dose; calculated margins of safety were 140-671 in adults, indicating no safety concern at recommended use, aided by the glycol's volatility and low absorption.
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ELEMIS
Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash (200ml)
Cleanser – for Dryness
$57.00200ml · $0.28/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate, Shea Butter and Stearyl Alcohol)
ELEMIS
Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash (200ml)
Cleanser – for Dryness
$57.00200ml · $0.28/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate, Shea Butter and Stearyl Alcohol)
Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash (200ml) is a water cleanser by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine.
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Vichy
VICHY Capital Soleil UV Age Daily SPF 50+ Invisible Sun Cream with Niacinamide 40ml
Sunscreen
$23.3740ml · $0.58/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate); Perioral Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate)
Vichy
VICHY Capital Soleil UV Age Daily SPF 50+ Invisible Sun Cream with Niacinamide 40ml
Sunscreen
$23.3740ml · $0.58/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate); Perioral Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate)
VICHY Capital Soleil UV Age Daily SPF 50+ Invisible Sun Cream with Niacinamide 40ml is a sunscreen by Vichy. Key ingredients include Alcohol Denat, Silica, Isopropyl Myristate.
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Lancôme
Lancôme Rénergie Multi-Lift Night Cream 50ml
Moisturizer
$92.4650ml · $1.85/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate and Stearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Petrolatum)
Lancôme
Lancôme Rénergie Multi-Lift Night Cream 50ml
Moisturizer
$92.4650ml · $1.85/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate and Stearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Petrolatum)
Lancôme Rénergie Multi-Lift Night Cream 50ml is a peptide serum by Lancôme. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Alcohol.
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Estée Lauder
Moisturizer
$57.1550ml · $1.14/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Linoleic Acid, Isopropyl Myristate and Stearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate and Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Estée Lauder
Moisturizer
$57.1550ml · $1.14/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Linoleic Acid, Isopropyl Myristate and Stearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Isopropyl Myristate and Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Estée Lauder DayWear Sheer Tint Release Advanced Multi-Protection Anti-Oxidant Moisturizer SPF15 50ml is a spf moisturiser by Estée Lauder. Key ingredients include Octinoxate, Octisalate, Dimethicone.
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BondiBoost
Serum
$35.55250ml · $0.14/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
BondiBoost
Serum
$35.55250ml · $0.14/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
BondiBoost Miracle Mask 250ml is a hydrating serum by BondiBoost. Key ingredients include Cetearyl Alcohol, Coco-Caprylate, Glycerin.
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Caudalie
Caudalie Premier Cru Anti-Aging Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Wrinkles 15ml
Eye Cream – for Dryness, Fine lines & wrinkles
$57.1515ml · $3.81/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caudalie
Caudalie Premier Cru Anti-Aging Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Wrinkles 15ml
Eye Cream – for Dryness, Fine lines & wrinkles
$57.1515ml · $3.81/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caudalie Premier Cru Anti-Aging Eye Cream for Fine Lines and Wrinkles 15ml is a eye cream by Caudalie. Key ingredients include Mica, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Ethylhexyl Stearate.
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La Roche-Posay
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Purifying Foaming Cleanser (Various Sizes)
Cleanser
$17.99
Ideal for
La Roche-Posay
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Purifying Foaming Cleanser (Various Sizes)
Cleanser
$17.99
Ideal for
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Purifying Foaming Cleanser (Various Sizes) is a water cleanser by La Roche-Posay. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Propanediol, Sodium Hydroxide.
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Eucerin
Eucerin Hyaluron-Filler Single Sheet Mask
Mask
$8.57
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Eucerin
Eucerin Hyaluron-Filler Single Sheet Mask
Mask
$8.57
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Eucerin Hyaluron-Filler Single Sheet Mask is a mask by Eucerin. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol.
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Medik8
Medik8 Advanced Day Total Protect SPF30 50ml
Serum
$57.9150ml · $1.16/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol); Rosacea (Citrus Oils, Limonene and Linalool)
Medik8
Medik8 Advanced Day Total Protect SPF30 50ml
Serum
$57.9150ml · $1.16/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol); Rosacea (Citrus Oils, Limonene and Linalool)
Medik8 Advanced Day Total Protect SPF30 50ml is a antioxidant serum by Medik8. Key ingredients include Water, DHHB, Bemotrizinol.
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Lancôme
Lancôme Advanced Genefique Repairing Night Cream 50ml
Moisturizer
$75.1850ml · $1.50/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Lactic Acid); Rosacea (Lactic Acid, Linalool and Limonene); Psoriasis (Lactic Acid); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetyl Alcohol)
Lancôme
Lancôme Advanced Genefique Repairing Night Cream 50ml
Moisturizer
$75.1850ml · $1.50/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Lactic Acid); Rosacea (Lactic Acid, Linalool and Limonene); Psoriasis (Lactic Acid); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetyl Alcohol)
Lancôme Advanced Genefique Repairing Night Cream 50ml is a exfoliant by Lancôme. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol.
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