Phenoxyethanol Liquid Preservative
Broad-spectrum preservative
CA$8.00
Phenoxyethanol is a globally approved, broad-spectrum preservative used to protect cosmetics and personal care formulations from spoilage (bacterial and fungal contamination). It acts as an elite shield against bacteria, yeast, and mold, ensuring your formulations remain safe, stable, and effective over time.
It is often paired with other preservatives to enhance antimicrobial efficacy without compromising skin safety. Effective at low concentrations, Phenoxyethanol is suitable for use in creams, serums, lotions, and cleansers. It is considered a safer alternative to parabens and formaldehyde-releasing agents, making it a popular choice in clean and natural formulations. With its low odor and high stability across a wide pH range, it ensures product integrity and longevity. This preservative is essential for keeping skincare products safe and shelf-stable.
Key Product Features
Broad-Spectrum Preservation: Highly effective at preventing the growth of a wide range of bacteria, yeast, and mold.
Excellent Stability: Maintains its potency across a wide pH range (3 to 10) and can withstand formulation temperatures up to 85°C (185°F).
High Compatibility: Blends seamlessly with most cosmetic ingredients, including surfactants, emulsifiers, and other preservatives.
Technical Specifications
CAS #: 122-99-6.
EINECS number: 204-589-7
INCI Name: Phenoxyethanol
Molecular Weight: 138.16 g/mol.
Appearance: Clear, colorless, slightly viscous liquid
Odour: Faint, pleasant rose-like scent
Solubility: Oil-soluble; water-soluble up to roughly 2.6%
Common Applications
Skincare: Essential in water-based formulas like lotions, creams, facial serums, and moisturizers.
Hair Care: Frequently used in shampoos, conditioners, and styling gels to prolong shelf life.
Makeup: Found in liquid foundations, concealers, mascaras, and eye primers.
Wet Wipes: Acts as a reliable preservative in baby wipes and facial cleansing cloths.
Usage and Safety Guidelines
Recommended Usage Rate: Typically used at 0.5% to 1.0% of the total formulation weight.
Regulatory Limit: Globally approved for use in cosmetics at a maximum concentration of 1.0%.
How to Incorporate: Best added during the cool-down phase of formulation, though it can tolerate heating if necessary.
Storage:
Keep in airtight containers in a cool, dry, dark, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight, moisture, and heat. Proper storage maintains its chemical stability and prevents degradation.
DISCLAIMER: For external use only. Our products are intended for use as cosmetic raw materials and should be handled by trained professionals following standard safety protocols. This product makes no therapeutic claims and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease/health conditions. We strongly recommend consulting a qualified formulator or health practitioner for specific applications.
PAYMENT
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Shipping to the EU: By including the mandatory EU flat duty in the shipping cost, we ensure you pay a single duty per item without being double-charged for the same product.