Preservatives and humectants shipped worldwide from Huaibei Anhui China
1,2-Hexanediol used as a solvent for pigment dispersion in colour cosmetics
Industry Application

Ingredients For Color Cosmetics Manufacturers

Pigment dispersion and emulsion stability for foundations lipsticks and eyeliners. Colour cosmetics fail on separation and on pigment that will not disperse evenly. 1,2-Hexanediol is used in foundations, lipsticks and eyeliners precisely for pigment dispersion and emulsion stability, while carrying a hydration and mild preservation benefit at the same time.

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Pain Points

What Goes Wrong In This Category

  • Pigment agglomeration and streaking
  • Emulsions separating before the stated stability window closes
  • Preservation in high-pigment bases
  • Heavy skin feel in long-wear formats
Requirements

What Buyers In This Category Need

  • A solvent that disperses pigment without altering shade
  • A humectant that does not add tack
  • Mild preservation compatible with pigment systems
  • High purity grades with consistent lot values
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Ingredients Used In Color Cosmetics

1,2-Hexanediol clear liquid in a graduated laboratory beaker
Preservatives With Humectant Properties

1,2-Hexanediol

Humectant mild preservative and solvent for preservative-free claims

CAS 6920-22-5 →
Cosmetic grade glycerin poured from a steel spoon into a glass dish
Moisturizing and Hydrating Ingredients

Glycerin (Glycerol)

USP grade humectant for hydration barrier support and texture control

CAS 56-81-5 →
High purity phenoxyethanol clear liquid in a glass reagent bottle
Preservatives With Humectant Properties

Phenoxyethanol

Broad-spectrum cosmetic preservative effective against bacteria yeast and mould

CAS 122-99-6 →
1,2-Hexanediol used as a solvent for pigment dispersion in colour cosmetics
1,2-Hexanediol used as a solvent for pigment dispersion in colour cosmetics.
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From Inquiry To Delivered Drum

You send the format and the destination market. We confirm the grade, the dosage window and the packaging, then place the order with an audited manufacturer. The Certificate of Analysis, MSDS/SDS and Certificate of Origin are assembled with the shipment so your incoming inspection and your customs broker both have what they need.

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Solutions

Applied Solutions For This Industry

Hydration and Skin Feel Systems

Moisture claims that survive substantiation and sensory panels

Sourcing and Compliance Support

Supplier audit batch testing and the document pack that clears customs

Related Reading

Guides For Color Cosmetics Formulators

Comparison Article

Phenoxyethanol vs 1,2-Hexanediol Which One Does Your Formula Need

One is a capped broad-spectrum preservative, the other a multifunctional humectant with mild preservation. The difference decides your label claim as much as your shelf life.

FAQ

Questions From Color Cosmetics Manufacturers

Which ingredients do you recommend for color cosmetics?

The products listed on this page: 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin (Glycerol), Phenoxyethanol. The right combination depends on water content, pack format and destination market.

Do you supply documentation for this product category?

Yes. Certificate of Analysis per batch, MSDS/SDS, Certificate of Origin and the commercial and transport documents.

Can you advise on dosage for our format?

Send the formulation type and the market you sell into and we will give you the applicable dosage window in writing, including any regulatory ceiling.

How quickly can you quote?

Within 24 hours of receiving the product, the volume and the destination market.

Get An Ingredient Recommendation For Your Color Cosmetics Line

Tell us the format, the water content and the market you sell into. We come back with the ingredient, the dosage window and a price within 24 hours.

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