1, 2-Hexanediol Good Preservative Hydration 1, 2-Hexanediol at a glance Synthetic multi-tasking ingredient Works as a preservative, solvent, humectant, and texture enhancer Active against bacteria, not molds or fungi Considered non-sensitizing in amounts used in cosmetics 1, 2-Hexanediol description A synthetic preservative and moisture-binding agent belonging to a class of agents known as higher molecular glycols. It is considered non-sensitising. Related ingredients: Caprylyl Glycol