1,2-Hexanediol

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Caprylyl glycol and related 1,2-glycols (including 1,2-hexanediol) are used mostly as skin and hair conditioning agents and viscosity agents in cosmetic products.

Sources of Exposure: Personal care products, cosmetics

Health Impacts: According to ECHA (European Chemicals Agency) 1,2-Hexanediol causes serious eye irritation.

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