Preservatives & Chelators for Cosmetic Formulation

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Preservation & Cheltors

Ingredients for protection, stability and reliable formulations.

A curated range of preservative systems and supporting ingredients used to help maintain product integrity, support stability and protect cosmetic formulations over time.

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Microbial Protection

Helps protect formulations from unwanted microbial growth.

System Stability

Performance Support

Works alongside formulation systems to improve reliability.

Formulation Confidence

Used to help ensure products remain consistent during use.

WHERE THESE INGREDIENTS ARE COMMONLY USED

From water-based formulas to creams, cleansers and everyday cosmetic systems.

Water-Based Formulas

Used where water activity requires protection and stability.

Phenoxyethanol & Caprylyl Glycol Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Disodium EDTA
Glycerin

Creams & Emulsions

Support preservation in oil-and-water systems.

Phenoxyethanol & Caprylyl Glycol Preservative
Disodium EDTA
CocamidopropylBetaine
Glycerin

Cleansers & Rinse-Off Systems

Helps maintain product quantity in water-based formulations.

Phenoxyethanol & Caprylyl Glycol Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Pentylene Glycol
Niacinamide

Multi-Use Systems

Applied across a wide range of cosmetic formats requiring protection over time

Phenoxyethanol & Caprylyl Glycol Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Disodium EDTA
Pentylene Glycol

Understanding Preservatives in Cosmetic Formulations

Learn how preservative systems function, how pH affects performance and how to build more stable formulations.

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Frequently asked questions

Practical answers to common questions about this formulation goal.

Why are preservatives needed in cosmetic formulations?

Preservatives help protect formulations from microbial growth and maintain product safety and stability over time.

Do all formulations need a preservative?

Water-based formulas generally require a suitable preservation system to help protect against microbial growth during use.

What is the role of a Chelator?

Chelators help bind metal ions that can affect stability and reduce preservative effectiveness.

How does pH affect preservatives?

Many preservatives require specific pH ranges to function effectively, making pH adjustment important.

Can I use one preservative for all formulas?

Different systems may require different preservative approaches depending on formulation type.

Are these suitable for beginner formulators?

Yes. Many of these systems are widely used and suitable for both beginners and experienced formulators.