RoseGuard

Modern microbial inhibitor blend with broad spectrum efficacy, pH-independency and a faint rosy odor.

INCI: Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol

BENEFITS

• allows the creation of self-preserving formulations with reduced irritating and sensitizing potential
• has a synergistic antimicrobial action with a broad spectrum protection against all classes of microorganisms
• pH-independent 
• alternative to consider for the phenoxyethanol blends
• the delicate rose scent can mask undesired odors in the formulation without using fragrance
• imparts benefits such as skin emolliency and improved skin feel
• approved globally in all cosmetic applications
• easy to handle and formulate

USE RECOMMENDATIONS

• highly suitable for the protection of all kinds of cosmetic concepts
• it is suitable for modern and mild skin-care formulations
• can be used in emulsions like creams, lotions, serums
• can be used in surfactant-based formulations such as shower gels, facial cleansers, and shampoos
• suitable for hydrogels and lipogels
• in water-based formulas solubilizers or glycols are needed, being only partially water soluble
• may be used in anhydrous formulas
• usage level: 0.8 - 1.5%
• add at the final step of formulation, below 40°C
• when combined with a chelating agent the effect is enhanced