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
L’Oréal
Fructis Nutri Repair 3 Huiles
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Fructis Shampooing fortifiant Color Resist
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, silicones, chemical UV filters, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Fructis Shampooing fortifiant Hydra Liss 72H
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Fructis Shampooing fortifiant Matière & Densité
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Fructis Shampooing fortifiant Pure Volume
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Fructis Shampooing fortifiant Vita Boost Fresh
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Fructis Shampooing fortifiant Vita Boost Shine
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Garnier fructis shampoo
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Garnier SkinActive PureActive
Lists drying alcohol, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Garnier Ultra Doux Enfants Shampooing 2 en 1 - Cerise, Karité Pur et Amande Douce
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Garnier Ultra Doux Shampooing Détox Thé Vert et 5 Plantes Bienfaisantes
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Cosmia
Gel douche gommant aux pépins de framboise
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Instituto Español
Gel intimo
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
La Roche-Posay
gel nettoyant
Lists fragrance, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Cetaphil
Gentle Clear Mattifying Acne Moisturizer
Moisturizer · Lists exfoliating acid, silicones, salicylic acid
Marcelle
Gentle Makeup Remover Pads for Sensitive Eyes
None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Cetaphil
Gentle Makeup Removing Wipes
Cleanser · None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
ghj
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Catrice
Glam & Doll Endless Lash Mascara
Mascara · Lists coconut derivatives
Pixi
Glow Tonic
Toner · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid
The Ordinary
Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner
Exfoliant · Lists exfoliating acid
Tula
H₂Oasis
Mask · Lists exfoliating acid
Garnier
Hair Filler + Polypeptides Fullness Repair Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
e.l.f.
Halo Glow Skin Tint SPF 50
Foundation · Lists silicones
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