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Is propylene glycol in hair gel products bad for the hair?

8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

NO: No- it is a common ingredient in many hair products.

Dr Rhoads and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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No,I believe it: acts as a moisturizer in hair care products and makes the hair softer

Answered 6/8/2016

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