Ethylhexylglycerin

Also searched as3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)propane-1,2-diol

Role: A supporting ingredient with deodorant and skin-conditioning functions.
Catalog formulas: 17
Type: Odor
Verified: 06.11.2026

What does this ingredient do in an antiperspirant?

It is an ether of glycerin and 2-ethylhexanol. According to CosIng, it works as a deodorant, a skin-conditioning agent and a functional fragrance ingredient.

Part of a system, not a label in isolation

In the catalog it usually sits next to the preservative Phenoxyethanol in water-based roll-ons and sprays. It does not reduce sweating.

Regulatory and scientific context

In 2013 the CIR reviewed alkyl glyceryl ethers, including ethylhexylglycerin, and found them safe in the present practices of use and concentration, taking into account their low skin absorption among other data.

What sensitive skin should consider

An individual contact allergy is possible; if one is suspected, a dermatologist can patch-test this ingredient.

Do not confuse with

Despite the "glycerin" in its name, it is not glycerin and not a humectant; nor is it Ethylhexyl Stearate, an emollient whose name starts the same way.

Products containing Ethylhexylglycerin

Links are based on the complete published INCI list for the exact product version.

ProductFormatRole in the formulaFull analysis

OKEY Hyperhidrosis Controlverified productroll-ondeodorant ingredientOpen

Skinphoria Fresh Protection 48h 50 mlroll-ondeodorant ingredientOpen

Just Malve Deodorant Antiperspirant 50 mlroll-ondeodorant ingredientOpen

LR Aloe Via Aloe Vera Protecting Deo Roll-on 50 mlroll-ondeodorant ingredientOpen

Uriage Déodorant Puissance 3 Roll-on 50 mlroll-ondeodorant ingredientOpen

KRASSA Med foot spray against sweating and odor 100 mlspraydeodorant ingredientOpen

Payot Rituel Douceur roll-on 75 mlroll-ondeodorant ingredientOpen

Deo Activ Gentle Care 50 mlroll-ondeodorant ingredientOpen

Deonica Nature Protection roll-on antiperspirant 50 mlroll-ondeodorant ingredientOpen

Dry Dry Foot Spray 100 mlspraydeodorant ingredientOpen

Deo Activ Ultra Freshness 50 mlroll-ondeodorant ingredientOpen

GEHWOL Foot + Shoe Deo foot and shoe deodorant 150 mlaerosoldeodorant ingredientOpen

Levrana Daily unscented deodorant 65 mlroll-ondeodorant ingredientOpen

Yves Rocher solid balm deodorant with oat 50 gstickdeodorant ingredientOpen

L'Occitane Cédrat stick deodorant 70 gstickdeodorant ingredientOpen

L'Occitane Cèdre Encens (Eau des Baux) stick deodorant 70 gstickdeodorant ingredientOpen

L'Occitane Lavande Poivre Noir roll-on deodorant 50 mlroll-ondeodorant ingredientOpen

Sources

The conclusions apply to the stated conditions and jurisdictions, not automatically to every concentration or product.

COSMILE Europe (CosIng data): Ethylhexylglycerin Supports: function, irritation and sensitisation
CIR: Safety Assessment of Alkyl Glyceryl Ethers (2013) Supports: safety assessment

This ingredient is present in the OKEY formula

Verified product

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