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propylene glycol

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a sweet colorless, viscous, hygroscopic liquid used as an antifreeze and in brake fluid and also as a humectant in cosmetics and personal care items although it can be absorbed through the skin with harmful effects

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Additives in skin care products like fragrances, lanolin, propylene glycol, Sodium Lauryl/ Laureth sulphate(in face wash), preservatives like quaternium 15, etc. Source: Internet

Some even feature propylene glycol, an ingredient found in liquid sweeteners and alcohol-based hand sanitizers due to its solubility in water. Source: Internet

Feeding tubes that are compatible with ethanol and propylene glycol, such as silicone and polyvinyl chloride () feeding tubes, can be used for administration of NORVIR oral solution. Source: Internet

Patients with eczema should use products containing Propylene Glycol with caution, as the incidence of allergic contact dermatitis to propylene glycol may be greater than 2% in patients with eczema ( Source: Internet

Gentle cleansing to remove the excess sebum is recommended for acne-prone skin, and non-alkaline, non-irritating facial washes based on cetyl alcohol and propylene glycol have been shown to improve rosacea with high tolerability. Source: Internet

In anti-freeze applications, Susterra® propanediol provides improved heat stability and less corrosion than other propylene glycol and ethylene glycol formulations, resulting in longer life for today’s high-performance engines. Source: Internet

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