Is Euxyl PE 9010 a natural preservative?
Is Euxyl PE 9010 a natural preservative?
euxyl® PE 9010 is a liquid cosmetic preservative based on phenoxyethanol and ethylhexylglycerin. The addition of ethylhexylglycerin affects the interfacial tension at the cell membrane of microorganisms, improving the preservative activity of phenoxyethanol.
What is Euxyl pe9010?
euxyl™ pe 9010 a liquid preservative for personal care products, with strong, broad-spectrum efficacy. The addition of ethylhexylglycerin reduces the interfacial tension at the cell membrane of microorganisms and improves the antimicrobial activity.
What phenoxyethanol is used for?
Phenoxyethanol is an ingredient in cosmetic products that serves as a preservative. In soaps and perfumes, it is used as a stabilizer.
Is Euxyl natural?
With euxyl® K 903, schülke introduces the newest preservative system meeting the requirements of “natural cosmetic” producers. euxyl® K 903 is based on benzyl alcohol, benzoic acid and dehydroacetic acid, meeting the eco criteria of many customers and certification bodies.
Is Euxyl 9010 water soluble?
Euxyl® PE 9010 has limited solubility in water (1% at 20°C), but is readily soluble in polar solvents such as propylene glycol and propanediol 1,3. It is moderately soluble in glycerol and sorbitol. Shows good compatibility with a wide range of cosmetic ingredients.
Is Euxyl PE 9010 oil soluble?
euxyl® PE 9010 is clearly soluble in use concentration of 0.5 – 1.0%.
What is a substitute for phenoxyethanol?
The common substitutes for phenoxyethanol are sodium benzoate, ethylhexylglycerin, or leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate.
What is Euxyl k903?
euxyl™ k 903 is a liquid preservative for personal care products, with strong, broad-spectrum efficacy against bacteria, yeasts and molds. This mild blend can be used for certified natural cosmetics, and has good efficacy in the vapor phase.
How do you calculate preservatives?
Multiply the weight of your product by the usage rate percentage, and divide that number by 100. So, if your concoction weighs 50g and the usage rate is 2.5%, that would be 50 × 2.5 = 125. 125 ÷ 100 = 1.25. That means you should add 1.25g preservative to your concoction.
How does phenoxyethanol work as a preservative?
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative used in cosmetics and personal care products. It is a biocide which is most active against Gram-negative bacteria. In surfactant solution systems, the water must be saturated with Phenoxyethanol for activity. If the level is too low, it acts as a nutrient for bacteria.
What is euxyl PE 9010 used for?
Euxyl® PE 9010 is considered to be a broad spectrum preservative effective against both Gram-positve and Gram-negative bacteria, yeast and mold. Euxyl® PE 9010 is paraben free and formaldehyde free. For Euxyl® PE 9010 to perform effectively in destroying organisms in products already contaminated, a minimum contact time of 48 hours is necessary.
What is the solubility of PE 9010?
Euxyl® PE 9010 is stable to hydrolysis, temperature (up to 120°C) and pH. It can be used in pH ranges up to 12. Euxyl® PE 9010 has limited solubility in water (1% at 20°C), but is readily soluble in polar solvents such as propylene glycol and propanediol 1,3.
What does euxyl® mean?
Euxyl® PE 9010 is considered to be a broad spectrum preservative effective against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, yeast and mold. Euxyl® PE 9010 is paraben free and formaldehyde free.
What products can I use PE 9010 in?
Euxyl® PE 9010 is recommended for use in: 1 Creams, lotions, and serums 2 Formulations containing natural raw materials 3 Wet wipes 4 Shampoo 5 , conditioners and other hair care products 6 Body washes 7 Anhydrous skin care products More
