Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate

Product Description

Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate is a lightweight emollient ester widely used in cosmetic and personal care formulations. It is valued for its elegant sensory profile, excellent spreadability, and ability to support long-lasting skin moisturization without leaving a greasy residue.

As a multifunctional ester, it helps form a lightweight protective layer on the skin surface, supporting moisture retention and reducing transepidermal water loss (TEWL). Its silky texture enhances skin softness while contributing to improved skin barrier comfort and overall sensory performance.

Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate is particularly suitable for skincare, sun care, body care, color cosmetics, and premium personal care products where lightweight hydration, smooth application, and refined skin feel are desired. It is increasingly incorporated into modern formulations designed to improve skin texture and enhance consumer sensory experience.

Our High Purity Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate is supplied directly from the manufacturer, ensuring reliable quality, consistent performance, and excellent compatibility with a wide range of cosmetic systems.

Product Specification

• INCI Name: Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate
• CAS No.: 14858-73-2
• Origin: Origin: Ester of Propylene Glycol and 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid
• Appearance: Clear, Colorless to Pale Yellow Liquid
• Solubility: Oil Soluble
• Function: Emollient, Moisturizing, Skin Conditioning
• Suggested pH: 4.0–8.0
• Application: Skincare, Sun Care, Color Cosmetics, Body Care
• Grade: Cosmetic Grade
• Storage: Store in a Cool, Dry Place Away from Direct Sunlight

Key Benefits & Applications

Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate is a multifunctional emollient ester that supports hydration, barrier comfort, and improved skin feel in cosmetic formulations.

• Deep Hydration: Helps maintain optimal skin moisture levels and improves overall skin softness and comfort.
• TEWL Control: Forms a lightweight protective film that helps reduce moisture loss and supports skin barrier function.
• Lipid Replenishment: Helps support skin surface lipid balance and contributes to improved skin conditioning and barrier comfort.
• Long-lasting Moisturizing: Provides sustained moisturization while maintaining a lightweight, silky, non-greasy skin feel.
• Skin Texture Smoothing: Helps improve the appearance and feel of rough or dry skin by enhancing softness, smoothness, and sensory elegance.
• Versatile Applications: Suitable for facial moisturizers, body lotions, sunscreens, foundations, BB creams, color cosmetics, and premium skincare formulations.

Formulation Guidelines

Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate is suitable for oil-based and emulsion systems where enhanced moisturization, elegant texture, and improved sensory properties are desired.

• Recommended Use Level: Typically 1.0%–15.0%, depending on formulation objectives and product type.
• Formulation Phase: Add to the oil phase prior to emulsification.
• Compatibility: Compatible with cosmetic oils, esters, silicones, emulsifiers, UV filters, pigments, and active ingredients.
• Suitable Systems: Moisturizers, sunscreens, foundations, BB creams, body lotions, makeup products, and leave-on skincare formulations.
• Processing Tip: Mix thoroughly within the oil phase to ensure uniform distribution and optimal formulation stability.
• Storage: Keep tightly sealed in a cool, dry location away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight.
• Synergy: Combine with Squalane to enhance skin conditioning, lipid replenishment, barrier comfort, and long-lasting moisturization.