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| Description: | Blend of caprylyl glycol (67-73%) and ethylhexylglycerin (27-33%). Glycols are known to be antimicrobial and show antimicrobial efficacy against typical germs found in cosmetic formulations. |
| Benefits: | Effective humectant and emollient providing unique skin feelHas antimicrobial efficacyBoosts efficacy of traditional preservativesProvides deodorizing efficacyAccepted by Whole Foods |
| Use: | Typically used at around 1-2% together with, for example, phenoxyethanol-SA for effective preservation. Can also be used alone (for a preservative-free claim) at 1% in products that are protected from contamination by fingers (e.g. bottles, jars with dispensers, pumps). It is typically added in the last phase of the formulation process. Recommended use level in deodorants 0.5%. For external use only. |
| Applications: | All kinds of leave-on & rinse-off personal care and cosmetic products. |
| Product Number: | RUIOL140 |
| INCI: | Caprylyl glycol, ethylhexylglycerin |
| Composition: | Caprylyl glycol, ethylhexylglycerin |
| PurityGrade: | No purity grade applicable |
| Appearance: | Clear colorless liquid, mild odor |
| Solubility: | Soluble in glycols and alcohols, to increase solubility in water propylene glycol, emulsifiers or surfactants are necessary |
| Preservation: | Preservative-free |
| Storage: | Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature |
| Country: | USA |
| Animal: | Not animal tested |
| GMO: | GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components) |
| Vegan: | Does not contain animal-derived components |
| HS: | 2905399000 |