How to Use propylene glycol in a Sentence

propylene glycol

noun
  • The solvents most often used in vapes are vegetable glycerin and propylene glycol.
    — NBC News, 3 Sep. 2019
  • Isopropyl alcohol and propylene glycol are used in many shampoos to remove oils from your hair.
    — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2025
  • Even though propylene glycol is safe for most people, some people are highly allergic to it.
    — John Swierk, The Conversation, 22 Mar. 2024
  • Towle hopes more additives are banned in the future, such as vegetable glycerin and propylene glycol.
    — Elizabeth Hernandez, The Denver Post, 14 Oct. 2019
  • King flags that the glue contains propylene glycol, which can cause allergic reactions.
    — Kara McGrath, Allure, 20 Sep. 2022
  • Thursday night, a city official said that tests had been run on the water to ensure safety, and found there was propylene glycol present in the clear well.
    — Irene Wright, USA Today, 6 Feb. 2026
  • Once printed, the objects were placed in propylene glycol methylether acrylate for 30 minutes and dipped five times in isopropanol.
    — Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 17 Nov. 2020
  • Some of them heat up to 800 degrees and the flavors are made with propylene glycol, which can turn into formaldehyde when heated.
    — Kathryn Tuggle, Good Housekeeping, 19 Sep. 2017
  • An allergic reaction to propylene glycol can cause a skin rash, itching and blistering.
    — John Swierk, CBS News, 23 Mar. 2024
  • Moreover, there’s a risk that the propylene glycol and glycerine, when heated, can be converted into formaldehyde.
    — Kate Mooney, Vox, 26 July 2019
  • Inboards and sterndrives require refilling with propylene glycol antifreeze to prevent small ice pockets from forming, which can crack the block.
    — Popmech Editors, Popular Mechanics, 21 Nov. 2019
  • Their products do not include fillers, propylene glycol, petrochemicals or petroleum by-products, and your skin will thank you for it.
    — Bianca Nieves, Teen Vogue, 23 Aug. 2019
  • Moisturizing ingredients like glycerin and propylene glycol helps to hydrate and soothe dry skin.
    — Cristina Montemayor, Men's Health, 2 Feb. 2023
  • Unlike the solution, the foam doesn’t contain propylene glycol, which can cause an allergic reaction for some people.
    — Garrett Munce, Men's Health, 22 Apr. 2022
  • Often the liquid solvent used is propylene glycol — a viscous, colorless liquid with a slightly sweet flavor.
    — Gabrielle Emanuel, NPR, 10 Oct. 2025
  • To add hydration to the nail, instead of weakening it, look for silicon, hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and propylene glycol.
    — Kayla Hui, Mph, Verywell Health, 15 Sep. 2023
  • Instead, heat will be dissipated by a liquid coolant made of water and propylene glycol that’s recirculated in a closed loop.
    — Jacqueline Munis, Fortune, 22 June 2026
  • To combat this, facilities will work to remove snow and ice from the aircraft by spraying a combination of warm water and propylene glycol.
    — Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
  • This product contains 100% pure tea oil and is free of sulfates, parabens, phthalates, propylene glycol, or mineral oil.
    — Sherri Gordon, Verywell Health, 16 Feb. 2024
  • And, Large said, those products are mostly water-soluble, contain nicotine and are made with propylene glycol and vegetable glycerin.
    — Taylor Deville, baltimoresun.com, 11 Nov. 2019
  • Find a quality product with CBD isolate and propylene glycol or vegetable glycerin base for the best results.
    — Dallas News, 31 Oct. 2022
  • Be sure to thoroughly clean up any spills from your vehicle, and consider using products that contain propylene glycol rather than ethylene glycol.
    — Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 16 Dec. 2025
  • The brand is decidedly against the use of aluminum, propylene glycol, parabens, and phthalates in their products, and the formula is safe for your body and the environment.
    — Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 30 Sep. 2022
  • Vape juices are typically made by mixing nicotine and flavorings with a solvent — often propylene glycol, vegetable glycerine, or a mixture of the two.
    — Rachel Becker, The Verge, 18 Oct. 2018
  • Existing cell, animal, and clinical studies suggest that glycerin and propylene glycol irritate the lining of the lungs.
    — Daniel Wolfe, Quartz, 18 Oct. 2019
  • Instead, the star ingredient is propylene glycol, a clear synthetic liquid that absorbs moisture to make hair soft, hydrated, and manageable.
    — Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 22 Feb. 2021
  • Infused with hydrolyzed silk and propylene glycol for moisture, the ammonia-free shampoo also has wine extract to boost shine and provide antioxidant protection.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2025
  • One of them, carrying propylene glycol, a chemical used in many products, including pharmaceuticals, antifreeze and perfumes, was not breached.
    — Mark Walker, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2023
  • The heat creates particles of propylene glycol and glycerine that are similar to tobacco-smoke particles, but without any combustion.
    — Jenni Avins, Quartz, 9 Oct. 2019
  • Vape cartridges also contain liquids with chemicals like propylene glycol and vegetable glycerine, which are heated and vaporized for inhalation.
    — Emma Keith, Detroit Free Press, 4 Sep. 2019

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