Ethanol

It is a colorless liquid and a principal ingredient in alcoholic beverages like wine, beer, etc. Ethanol is also known as ethyl alcohol. Ethanol is also an ingredient in a range of products, from personal care and beauty products to paints and varnishes to fuel, as it can readily dissolve in water and other organic compounds. Currently, the most widespread use of ethanol is as a gasoline additive. Manufacturing of solvents, plastics, medications, perfumes, antibacterial gels, and cosmetics are other industrial applications.

USES:

• Used as an antiseptic and as a disinfectant.
• Widely used as a solvent due to its ability to dissolve both polar and nonpolar compounds.
• Commonly used in beauty and cosmetic products