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Ethoxydiglycol 30 g

The clear liquid that dissolves fragrance and turns pigments into paste

Ethoxydiglycol is a water-miscible solvent with a mild humectant effect that has found its way into fragrance manufacturing, cosmetic production, pharmaceutical formulation and household chemistry, thanks to its ability to dissolve substances that do not mix easily with water on their own. This item belongs to the category of Solvents and humectants, which brings together ingredients responsible for texture, stability and correct distribution of active substances throughout a finished formula.

The largest global demand for this raw material comes from the fragrance industry, where it acts as a solubilizer for fragrance oils and essential oils in water and alcohol based systems, such as room sprays, scented hydrosols, body and fabric mists. Its low volatility combined with good miscibility in water, alcohols and glycols allows manufacturers to produce clear, stable solutions that stay uniform without separation even after long storage on the shelf.

The second major field of use is pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturing, where the compound helps carry active ingredients through the skin barrier in transdermal systems, gels, serums, toners and facial essences. In most formulas it is added during the water phase blending step together with glycerin and other humectants, at room temperature or with gentle heating up to around 35-40 degrees Celsius, which keeps heat sensitive ingredients intact.

Another very practical application is dispersing dry pigments and glitter particles for decorative cosmetics. Ethoxydiglycol wets particles of titanium dioxide and zinc oxide extremely well, turning them into a smooth flowing paste free of lumps, which is why it is commonly used in liquid eyeliners, foundations, pressed powder binders and cream eyeshadows. Adding white glitter to such a base creates shimmering liquid products for face and body with an even distribution of particles and no settling at the bottom of the bottle.

In household chemistry the substance is used in liquid detergents, glass cleaners and surface cleaning formulas as a component that improves the dissolution of oily residues and fragrance compounds. Typical dosage in cosmetic and household formulas ranges from one to ten percent of the total mass, with the exact figure depending on the viscosity of the base recipe and the concentration of the dissolved substances.

Store the component in a tightly closed container at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and open flame. The 30 gram package is convenient for home based trial batches, testing new formulas before scaling up production, and small creative projects where precise dosing without leftover material matters most.

Shimmer liquid eyeshadow dispersion base

Ethoxydiglycol 12 ml

Titanium dioxide 4 g

Zinc oxide 2 g

White glitter 3 g

Glycerin 5 ml

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INCI	Ethoxydiglycol
Other
Att brand	Germany
Attention	Mandatory testing for sensitivity and allergic reaction (preliminary application to the bend of the elbow or in the area behind the ear)
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	1-10%, safe dosage to use even up to 80%
Intended use	gels, cosmetics for problem, sensitive skin, emulsion, cream, serum
Minimum count	1
Name	Ethoxydiglycol 30 g
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	30 grams
Solubility	soluble in water, alcohol, propylene glycol, butylene glycol
View	liquid
Valid until	11.2028