1,2,6-HEXANETRIOL is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.
1,2,6-HEXANETRIOL
Safety grade: A
1,2,6-Hexanetriol is a clear, slightly thick liquid alcohol made in a laboratory. It belongs to a family of moisturizing ingredients that help attract and hold water.
It is used in cosmetic products to help skin retain moisture, act as a solvent to dissolve other ingredients, and adjust the thickness of a formula for a better texture.
Graded using: COSING.
Last verified: May 26, 2026
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- PROPYLENE GLYCOL — Grade A**
- CAPRYLYL GLYCOL — Grade A
- SORBITOL — Grade A
- LACTIC ACID — Grade B
- BUTYLENE GLYCOL — Grade A
- SODIUM HYALURONATE — Grade A
- XYLITOL — Grade A