Cosmetic Preservative Optiphen™ Plus Preservative
Products Description
Sorbic Acid (and) Phenoxyethanol (and) Caprylyl Glycol. It is free of paraben, formaldehyde or halogens. Optiphen Plus is a liquid preservative formulation featuring an innovative blend of phenoxyethanol, sorbic acid and an emollient base that is ideal for slightly acidic personal care products requiring broad spectrum protection. The combination of all three ingredients offers effective protection against bacteria, yeast and mold growth while imparting emolliency. Optiphen Plus performs best in formulations below 6.0 pH. Depending on the formulation, Optiphen Plus has also been proven effective at pH levels above 6.0. This preservative is effective as a stand-alone system and functions well with other preservatives. Optiphen Plus has an extensive range of applications in aqueous and emulsion-type personal care formulations and is compatible with most raw materials in the personal care industry.
Usage / Benefits
Optiphen Plus is applicable for use in a variety of rinse off personal care preparations such as. Optiphen Plus is well suited for high-quality care-cosmetics like creams, emulsions, lotions and gels, wipes, if they conform to the necessary pH-conditions. On account of its excellent dispensability Optiphen Plus can be used in O/W-emulsions as well as in W/O-emulsions.
- It offers excellent heat stability, work across a wide pH window and easy solubilization in water.
- Used in formulating hair care products (conditioners, gels, mousses, novel stylers, shampoos, styling lotions/creams), body care, color cosmetics, face and body washes, facial care and wipes.
- optiphen™ plus preservative is ideal for slightly acidic personal care products.
- It performs best in formulations below 6.0 pH, but is also proven effective at pH levels above 6.0.
- Recommended dosage level is 0.75% to 1.5%. It is designed for use in skin- & hair care rinse-off & leave-on applications.
