1, 2-hexanediol is mainly used as a moisturizer in cosmetics and skin care products. It is a polyol with antibacterial effect and less irritation to the skin, which improves the safety of skin care products. Can replace alcohol to add to perfume, one to reduce the irritation of the skin, two because of its excellent solvent and solubilization ability, reduce the use of surfactant can also get higher stability of the product.

Application: 1, 2-hexanediol is widely used in cosmetics as preservative, moisturizer and penetrant aid.