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    Glossary Butylene glycol

    solvent and humectant used in cosmetics for moisture retention

    Butylene glycol, also known as 1,3-butanediol, is a type of alcohol commonly used in cosmetics and skincare products. It acts as a solvent, helping to dissolve other ingredients, and as a humectant, which means it helps to retain moisture in the skin and hair. This makes it a valuable ingredient in formulations aimed at improving hydration and texture.

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    1. Allergic contact dermatitis to topical minoxidil solution: Etiology and treatment Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology · 2002 · 123 citations
    2. Patch Testing in Allergic Contact Dermatitis from Minoxidil Dermatitis · 2010 · 11 citations
    3. Development and clinical evaluation of green tea hair tonic for greasy scalp treatment. PubMed · 2018 · 4 citations
    4. A Comparative Study between the Efficacy and Safety of 5% Minoxidil Solution and 5% Minoxidil Milky Lotion in the Treatment of Male Androgenic Alopecia. PubMed · 2017
    5. The overview of the cosmetic exfoliants composition for keratosis pilaris skincare Repository of the University of Ljubljana (University of Ljubljana) · 2026
    6. Hair Growth-Promoting Effects of a Multi-Targeted Cosmetic Formulation Containing PYGL, DP2, and 15-PGDH Inhibitors Developed Using AI-Based DeepZema® in Androgenetic Alopecia: A 24-Week Randomized Controlled Trial Cosmetics · 2026
    7. Development and evaluation of crystalline inclusion complex of finasteride using electrospraying as a novel approach Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology · 2020 · 2 citations
    8. Closing the loop with citramalic acid-based chiral polyester: A novel strategy as a game-changer for sustainable materials Chemical Engineering Journal · 2025
    9. Hair growth promoting effect of essence manufactured with products fermented by Lactobacillus rhamnosus and Backryeoncho (Opuntia ficus-indica var. sarboten) fruits in mice Food Science and Biotechnology · 2012 · 1 citations
    10. Liposomal systems as drug delivery vehicles for dermal and transdermal applications Archives of Dermatological Research · 2011 · 151 citations
    11. Contact Allergic Dermatitis to Quinine in an Anti-hair Loss Lotion Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas · 2010
    12. Management of Hair Loss Dermatologic Clinics · 2005 · 74 citations
    13. <i>Acorus calamus</i>: a bio-reserve of medicinal values 2018 · 45 citations
    14. Hydrogen peroxide and monoethanolamine are the key causative ingredients for hair dye-induced dermatitis and hair loss Journal of Dermatological Science · 2012 · 34 citations
    15. The establishment and characterization of immortalized human dermal papilla cells and their hair growth promoting effects Journal of Dermatological Science · 2010 · 13 citations
    16. Acute dermal and ocular irritation testing of rice bran supercritical CO2 extract (RB-SCE) and 0.5% RB-SCE essence product Toxicology and Environmental Health Sciences · 2015 · 2 citations
    17. Self-aggregates of Hydrophobic Phospholipid Polymer as a Novel Material in Hair Treatment Journal of Society of Cosmetic Chemists of Japan · 2008 · 2 citations
    18. Effects of Silicone Oil Viscosity on the Physical Structure and Damage Mechanisms of Hair during Permanent Wave Treatment Journal of the Korean Society of Cosmetology · 2026
    19. Novel prospectives of shikimic acid and Prunus mume extract for enhancing bioactivity on 5α-reductase and stability in cosmetic patches for acne treatment Frontiers in Natural Products · 2026
    20. The Functional Effects for the Prevention and Treatment on Hair Loss from Astringent Persimmon Fruit Extracts The journal of the convergence on culture technology · 2018
    21. Therapeutic Applications of Nanoemulsion Based Drug Delivery Systems: A Review of Patents in Last Two Decades Recent Patents on Drug Delivery & Formulation · 2011 · 39 citations
    22. Wnt1a maintains characteristics of dermal papilla cells that induce mouse hair regeneration in a 3D preculture system Journal of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine · 2015 · 23 citations
    23. Cosmetics Elsevier eBooks · 2015 · 2 citations
    24. Clinical study on the efficacy and tolerability of a topical regenerative treatment in patients with telogen effluvium and mild androgenetic alopecia Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology · 2023 · 2 citations
    25. Minoxidil Promotes Hair Growth in a Mouse Model of Telogen Effluvium Induced by Lipopolysaccharide The Journal of Dermatology · 2025
    26. Minoxidil and its use in hair disorders: a review Drug Design Development and Therapy · 2019 · 117 citations
    27. Effectiveness of a Layer-by-Layer Microbubbles-Based Delivery System for Applying Minoxidil to Enhance Hair Growth Theranostics · 2016 · 23 citations
    28. Applications of Tea (Camellia sinensis) and its Active Constituents in Cosmetics Molecules · 2019 · 67 citations
    29. Ethnodermatological use of medicinal plants in India: From ayurvedic formulations to clinical perspectives – A review Journal of ethnopharmacology · 2021 · 57 citations
    30. Decrypting the Potential of Nanotechnology-Based Approaches as Cutting-Edge for Management of Hyperpigmentation Disorder Molecules · 2022 · 26 citations