Hexylene Glycol
Hexylene Glycol is a solvent and surfactant ingredient. It’s in 345 products on Poliage, most often lip, mascara and blush. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
A glycol solvent. Thins formulas.
What it does
Contains Hexylene Glycol: emulsifying
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Hexylene Glycol: perfuming
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Hexylene Glycol: skin-conditioning
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Hexylene Glycol: solvent
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Hexylene Glycol: surfactant
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 34283, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Hexylene Glycol
Murad
Retinol Youth Renewal Eye Serum
Eye cream · Lists fragrance, retinoid
MAC
Retro Matte Liquid Lipcolour
Lip · Lists fragrance, silicones
MAC
Retro Matte Liquid Lipcolour Metallics
Lip · Lists fragrance, silicones
Laura Mercier
RoseGlow Blush Color Infusion
Blush · Lists silicones
CHI
Royal Treatment Bond and Repair Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid
CHI
Royal Treatment Bond and Repair Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
CHI
Royal Treatment Hydrating Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, silicones
CHI
Royal Treatment Hydrating Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
up&up
Sandwich Bags
Lists fragrance, retinoid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Clinique
Savon visage liquide doux
Lists sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Neutrogena
Scalp relief shampoo
Lists exfoliating acid, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Redken Scalp Relief
Scalp Relief Shampoo
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Brickell Men’s Products
Sculpting Hair Glue for Men
Hair styling · None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Auchan
Shampoing extra doux tilleul et thé vert
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
shampoo
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Shampoo Elseve L’Oréal Hydra Detox 48h Anti-Caspa com 200ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Shampoo L’Oréal Paris Elseve Liso dos Sonhos 200ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Shampooing à l’extrait de tilleul
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Shampooing à la camomille et miel de fleurs
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Shampooing purifiant sans silicone à l’argile douce et cédrat
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid
Brickell Men’s Products
Shaping Paste Pomade for Men
Hair styling · Lists drying alcohol
Lancer
Sheer Fluid Sun Shield SPF 30
Sunscreen · Lists drying alcohol, silicones, chemical UV filters
Cetaphil
Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Face Drops SPF 50
Sunscreen · Lists silicones
Thrive Causemetics
Sheer Strength Hydrating Shine Lip Tint
Lip · Lists fragrance allergens, essential oils, coconut derivatives
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