Definition:
Ethoxydiglycol
Ethoxydiglycol is a solubilizer that can also be found in hair products, makeup and bath products. It ensures even distribution of the ingredients throughout a product, to help it work better. No matter how much you shake or blend a formula that combines oil and water, over time the oils will separate from the rest of the liquid - just like salad dressing. A solubilizer like Ethoxydiglycol helps keep a formula well mixed. Ethoxydiglycol is one of many glycol ethers, which are solvents used for various purposes including as solubilizers. While some groups have said glycol ethers could cause health effects, studies indicate this would only potentially occur when a person is exposed at very high levels over time. At the concentrations at which we use glycol ethers in our products, they have low toxicity and break down quickly after use. So, we feel that based on the scientific data, they can be used without harm.
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We make ingredient choices based on scientific research and our own scientists’ expertise and perspective. But even scientists sometimes disagree about how or where certain ingredients should be used. We encourage anyone with questions to read up on areas of debate. That way, you can make the choices you feel are best for your family. Here are independent sources – both consumer and scientific – spanning various industries that use ingredients similar to ours:
