Phenoxyethanol & Caprylyl Glycol Preservative Blend

A preservative blend used to protect cosmetic formulations from microbial growth.

Key benefits

Functions as a broad-spectrum antimicrobial system, helping to inhibit bacterial, yeast, and mould growth.

Caprylyl glycol enhances preservative efficacy while also contributing to formulation stability. Sorbic acid supports antifungal performance.

Add during cool-down phase (below 40°C) with mixing until uniform.

Use Rate (Min): 0.5
Use Rate (Max): 1.5

Starter Use Rate: 0.8–1.0%

This blend is typically used at 0.5–1.5% depending on formulation type and water activity.

At ~1%, it provides effective broad-spectrum preservation in most cosmetic systems.

This preservative blend is used to protect cosmetic formulations from microbial growth.

It is suitable for a wide range of systems and integrates easily without significantly affecting viscosity or sensory profile.

A balanced preservative system with controlled composition and low impurity
levels.

Designed to provide consistent antimicrobial performance across a wide range of cosmetic formulations.

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