Phenoxyethanol

General Description
Phenoxyethanol is a globally recognized, high-efficacy broad-spectrum preservative widely utilized in the personal care and cosmetic industries. Distinguished by its gentle toxicological profile and low sensitization potential, it serves as a standard for ensuring the microbiological safety and stability of diverse formulations.

Mechanisms of Action

• Broad-Spectrum Antimicrobial Activity:
  Exhibits potent inhibitory activity against a wide range of microorganisms, including Gram-positive bacteria, Gram-negative bacteria, and various fungi/yeasts. It functions by disrupting the cell membrane permeability of microorganisms, effectively preventing contamination and bio-deterioration at the source.

• Formulation Stabilization:
  Acts as a stabilizing agent that prevents biological degradation, thereby maintaining the physicochemical integrity of the product throughout its intended shelf life.

Key Benefits

• Safety & Mildness:
  Characterized by low mucosal and cutaneous irritation, making it highly suitable for sensitive skin applications and hypoallergenic formulations. It offers a safe preservation profile compared to harsher alternatives.

• Robust Stability & Compatibility:
  Maintains efficacy across a broad pH range and temperature spectrum. It demonstrates excellent chemical stability and is highly compatible with a vast array of surfactants, active ingredients, and other preservative systems without precipitating or destabilizing the matrix.

• Efficacy Assurance:
  Provides reliable, long-term protection against spoilage, significantly extending the shelf life of the final product and ensuring consumer safety.

Applications & Compatibility

• Target Industries: Personal Care (Skincare, Hair Care, Body Wash), Cosmetics, and Wet Wipes.

• Formulation Suitability: Universally applicable to both rinse-off and leave-on products, including serums, creams, lotions, shampoos, and cleansers.

• Primary Functions: Broad-Spectrum Preservative, Microbiological Stabilizer, Antimicrobial Agent.