Propylene glycol is an additive in a number of cosmetic and common topical items. It is commonly a moisturizer in cosmetics, food, medicine, toothpaste.
Propylene glycol is used in a number of products for daily or medicinal use, it will require checking the label on different products to determine where it is used.
It may take 2 to 3 weeks of avoiding exposure before improvement of your eruption begins.
Other names you may see this chemical listed as:
E Number E1520
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Where is it found?
What is it?
Hints on avoiding:
Deodorant sticks
Personal lubricants
Anti-freeze
Food coloring
Hand sanitizers
Moisturizer additive (medicine, cosmetics, food, toothpaste, mouthash)
This information is provided as educational only and is
not intended to substitute for medical care or recommendations by a physician.