Butylene Glycol

5+ year old childrenSkin contact product

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Is this kid-friendly to use Butylene Glycol?

YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 1 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Butylene Glycol is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children when used in topical products. Kids may have different tolerance levels.

ℹ️General Overview

For children ages 5 and up (school-age kids, older kids and teens) this ingredient is usually safe when used on normal skin. The biggest issue is that it can irritate skin or eyes for some people.

What to Do

Before full use, try a small patch on the inside of the child’s forearm and wait 24 hours. Use products with butylene glycol on intact skin only. Avoid sprays or products the child might breathe in. If the child gets redness, itching, burning, or eye irritation, stop use and rinse the area; see a doctor if it is severe or spreading.

⚠️Warnings

Watch for skin or eye irritation — this warning comes from safety reviews by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety panel. Also note that some safety assessments limit how much of this ingredient is used in products, so avoid using many products that all contain it at once. Avoid using on cuts, rashes or very sensitive skin.

Confidence: HIGH

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

Irritant: Used on skin, this ingredient has strong human evidence of causing skin, eye, or lung irritation and is reported as a moderate concern. An industry safety review (Cosmetic Ingredient Review, CIR) specifically notes irritation risk, so it can cause redness, stinging, or breathing irritation in sensitive children.

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Alternative Names for Butylene Glycol

This ingredient may also be listed as:

butylene glycol12843-EP2305682A112843-EP2311802A112843-EP2311494A112843-EP2308879A112843-EP2305683A112843-EP2311803A1BUTANE-1,3-DIOL, UNITED STATES PHARMACOPEIA (USP) REFERENCE STANDARD12843-EP2308812A212843-EP2305689A112843-EP2308860A1

Always check ingredient labels carefully, as ingredients may be listed under different names.

Products Containing Butylene Glycol

This ingredient is found in the following products:

This list shows products that contain Butylene Glycol or its alternative names.

Common Questions About Butylene Glycol

Is this kid-friendly to use Butylene Glycol?

Yes, Butylene Glycol is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children based on current research.

What are the irritant risks of Butylene Glycol for children?

Can cause skin redness, itchiness, or rashes—especially on sensitive baby skin.

What products contain Butylene Glycol?

Butylene Glycol is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.

When can kids start using products with Butylene Glycol?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for 5+ year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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