Cosmetics grade preservative Geogard ECT
product Description
Geogard ECT is a unique non gmo, patent-pending combination of benzyl alcohol, salicylic acid, glycerin and sorbic acid, which are well accepted in a wide range of personal care products. The novel composition of this antimicrobial blend offers a low cost in use as well as broad-spectrum protection in a diverse range of products against Gram-positive & Gram-negative bacteria, yeast and molds at wide pH ranges. Geogard ECT has a wide range of global regulatory acceptance for personal care products. Also referred to as Preservative Eco.
Meets the COSMOS and ECOCERT standards. It also has a low odour profile making it the ideal choice for fragrance-free and fragrance-sensitive systems.
It is comprised of (source: Arxada):
- Benzy alcohol: 77–86%
- Salicylic acid: 8–15%
- Glycerin: 3–6%
- Sorbic acid: 1–4%
– A preservation system that meets the ECOCERT standards
– COSMOS accepted
– Broad spectrum activity on bacteria, yeast and molds
– Has a wide range of global regulatory acceptance
– Low odor profile; Ideal for fragrance-free and fragrance-sensitive systems
– Compatible in awide range of skin care, hair care and sun care systems
– Wide pH compatibility: pH 3–8
– Excellent safety profile
Application
Geogard ECT Shows broad-spectrum activity on bacteria, yeast and molds. Ideal for fragrance-free and fragrance-sensitive systems. Used in make-up remover, body butter & body wash, conditioner, cream, deo/ antiperspirant, eye creams/ gels and eye shadows. Suitable for face lotion, wipes & cream, foundation, feminine hygiene, hair gel, hand soap (non anti-bac), lipstick/ gloss and lotions. Also used in mascara, oral care, powder, shampoo, suncare, toner, w/o and o/w emulsions. Geogard® ECT is used in oral care, baby care, rinse-off, leave-on and wipes.
