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The Ultimate Guide to Cosmetic Preservative Selection

Cosmetic products require preservation against microbial contamination to guarantee consumer’s safety and to increase their shelf-life. Preservatives are essential ingredients that help preserve the integrity and stability of cosmetic products that can be damaged by microorganisms. While there is a wide variety of preservatives available, either synthetic or natural, choosing the right one for your cosmetic formulation could be a task. Explore what are the different types of preservatives, their features and get tips for making the right selection for your formulation.

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Product Name

Supplier

Description

Iscaguard® BOA

Brenntag Specialties (EMEA)

Benzyl Alcohol (and) Dehydroacetic Acid (and) Benzoic Acid (and) Sorbic Acid. Iscaguard® BOA distributed by Brenntag Specialties (EMEA) is a paraben-, thiazolinone- & formaldehyde-free, preservative... view more

Applications

Creams, lotions & gels
Decorative cosmetics/Make-up>Lipsticks & Glosses
Toiletries>Oral care
Toiletries>Shower & bath>Shower gels & creams

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Iscaguard® BSB

Brenntag Specialties (EMEA)

Benzyl Alcohol (and) Benzoic Acid (and) Sorbic Acid. Iscaguard® BSB distributed by Brenntag Specialties (EMEA) is a paraben-, thiazolinone- & formaldehyde-free, preservative blend. It offers... view more

Applications

Hair care>Shampoos
Decorative cosmetics/Make-up>Lipsticks & Glosses
Creams, lotions & gels
Toiletries>Shower & bath>Shower gels & creams

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euxyl K 700

DKSH

Aqua (and) Phenoxyethanol (and) Benzyl Alcohol (and) Potassium Sorbate (and) Tocopherol. euxyl K 700 distributed by DKSH (produced by Schülke and Mayr) is a liquid cosmetic preservative. It has a... view more

Applications

Creams, lotions & gels
Hair care>Shampoos
Skin care>Facial cleansing>Rinse-off cleansing
Toiletries>Shower & bath

euxyl K 712

DKSH

Aqua (and) Sodium Benzoate (and) Potassium Sorbate. euxyl K 712 distributed by DKSH (produced by Schülke and Mayr) is a liquid cosmetic preservative. It is equally effective against bacteria... view more

Applications

Creams, lotions & gels
Hair care>Shampoos
Toiletries>Shower & bath
wash-off / rinse

Probenz™ SG Sodium Benzoate, Food Grade, Kosher

Eastman

Sodium Benzoate. Probenz™ SG Sodium Benzoate, Food Grade, Kosher by Eastman is a preservative and antioxidant for use in personal care applications... view more

Probenz™ SP Powder Sodium Benzoate, Food Grade, Kosher

Eastman

Sodium Benzoate. Probenz™ SP Powder Sodium Benzoate, Food Grade, Kosher by Eastman is a preservative and antioxidant for use in personal care applications... view more

dermosoft® GMCY MB

Evonik

Glyceryl Caprylate. dermosoft® GMCY MB by Evonik is a vegetable based wetting agent with strong activity against bacteria and yeast. Is an excellent booster for organic acids and different listed... view more

Applications

Creams, lotions & gels
Decorative cosmetics/Make-up>Lipsticks & Glosses
bio-based
vegetal origin

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Benzoic Acid (Alfa chemistry)

Alfa Chemistry

Benzoic Acid by Alfa Chemistry is a preservative with good activity against yeast and mold. It is recommended to combine with other antimicrobial substances for broadband protection. It is widely... view more

Applications

Toiletries>Oral care
Skin care>Body care
Sun care
Toiletries>Antiperspirants & deodorants>Deodorants sprays

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Oleris® Undecylenic Acid

Arkema

10-undecenoic acid / 10-hendecenoic acid. Can be used as a chemical intermediate in fragrance industry. Under salt form (Zn/Ca), Oleris® Undecylenic Acid can be used in personal care products, for... view more

Applications

Creams, lotions & gels
Perfumes & fragrances
Toiletries>Antiperspirants & deodorants
Hair care

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Geogard® 111A

Arxada

Dehydroacetic Acid. Geogard® 111A by Arxada acts as a preservative. Possesses fungistatic properties. It is an oil-soluble, ECOCERT-approved ingredient. Geogard® 111A is used in wipes, oral care... view more

Applications

Sun care>Self tanning products>Wipes
Skin care>Facial cleansing>Rinse-off cleansing
Skin care>Baby care
Toiletries>Oral care

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Geogard® ECT

Arxada

Benzyl Alcohol (and) Salicylic Acid (and) Glycerin (and) Sorbic Acid. Geogard® ECT by Arxada is a COSMOS accepted, Ecocert certified preservation system. Shows broad-spectrum activity on bacteria... view more

Applications

Hair care
Decorative cosmetics/Make-up
Sun care>Self tanning products>Wipes
Creams, lotions & gels

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Lonzagard® Benzethonium Chloride

Arxada

Benzethonium Chloride. Lonzagard® Benzethonium Chloride by Arxada functions as a preservative in personal care formulations or as an antibacterial agent. It is a low-foaming ingredient with... view more

Applications

Skin care>Body care
Toiletries>Hand wash & sanitizers
Skin care>Baby care
Skin care>Facial cleansing>Rinse-off cleansing

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euxyl™ k 700 preservative

Ashland

Phenoxyethanol (and) Benzyl Alcohol (and) Potassium Sorbate (and) Aqua (Water) (and) Tocopherol. euxyl™ k 700 preservative by Ashland is a liquid cosmetic preservative. It has a broad, balanced... view more

Applications

Toiletries>Shower & bath
Hair care>Shampoos
Creams, lotions & gels
Skin care>Facial cleansing>Rinse-off cleansing

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euxyl™ k 702 preservative

Ashland

Phenoxyethanol (and) Benzoic Acid (and) Dehydroacetic Acid (and) Aqua (and) Ethylhexylglycerin (and) Polyaminopropyl Biguanide. euxyl™ k 702 preservative by Ashland is a liquid cosmetic... view more

Applications

Skin care>Facial cleansing>Wet wipe lotions
mildness
vegan
wash-off / rinse

euxyl™ k 712 preservative

Ashland

Aqua (and) Sodium Benzoate (and) Potassium Sorbate. euxyl™ k 712 preservative by Ashland is a liquid cosmetic preservative. It is equally effective against bacteria, yeasts, mold and fungi. It is a... view more

Applications

Toiletries>Shower & bath
Creams, lotions & gels
Hair care>Shampoos

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