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Humectants
Humectants are hygroscopic substances which moisture the skin to prevent dry-out. They are also used as co-solvents for various actives. Propylene Glycol Care is used in the manufacture of mouthwashes, toothpastes, ointments, skin creams, shampoos and perfumes. Solutions of the ingredients for these products in Propylene Glycol usually remain clear even when they are highly diluted with water. Dipropylene Glycol Care is used as humectant in applications where particular value is attached to maintain the moisture content at a constant value regardless of fluctuations in temperature and atmospheric humidity. The Pluracare® grades can be used as solubliziers, emulsifiers, viscosity control agent etc. in a variety of cosmetic applications.
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