Pentylene glycol is used as an emulsion stabilizer, humectant, solvent and a broad-spectrum antimicrobial. It improves texture of the product. It has all the characteristics of a solvent. It is not reactive and can dissolve many other compounds. It is also known to have antimicrobial properties. It offers a double advantage: it protects the skin from harmful bacteria, which could otherwise cause body odor and acne problems on the skin. Secondly, it protects the product from any microbial growth, so the product can show the same quality during its use and shelf life.
