Buy Preservative Eco in Australia

We get it, the idea of adding preservatives can be scary or overwhelming at first, but don't worry, there are some great preservatives that can be added into natural skincare.

Preservative Eco (also known as Plantaserv M and Geogard™ ECT) is a broad spectrum preservative, that has a wide range of global regulatory acceptance for natural personal care products. It is approved by COSMOS and ECOCERT.

Why use a preservative?

When you make natural skincare and especially when using water based ingredients in your products, it's important to add a preservative.

Why? Well, once you add water to your product, it becomes a breeding ground for bacteria and mould.

How to formulate with Preservative Eco ( Geogard™ ECT)

Preservative Eco is heat sensitive and should be added during the cool down phase. 

 

Specifications
INCI Benzyl Alcohol (and) Salicylic Acid (and) Glycerin (and) Sorbic Acid
Ingredients Benzyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Glycerine, Sorbic Acid
CAS Number 100-51-6, 69-72-7, 56-81-5, 110-44-1
Country of Origin USA
Solubility Is water-soluble, but can have limited solubility in total hydrous formulations.
Can be added to anhydrous formulations like sugar scrub.
Temperature Heat sensitive. Add to formulations during the cool-down phase
Odour Almond-like odour
Appearance Pale yellow /brown /clear liquid
Vegan Yes
Palm Free Yes
Tested on Animals No
pH efficacy range is 3-8
Usage Rate 0.6–1%
Storage Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Can crystalise slightly in cool weather
Note Not suitable for use in formulations for children under 3 years old.

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Buy Preservative Eco in Australia

We get it, the idea of adding preservatives can be scary or overwhelming at first, but don't worry, there are some great preservatives that can be added into natural skincare.

Preservative Eco (also known as Plantaserv M and Geogard™ ECT) is a broad spectrum preservative, that has a wide range of global regulatory acceptance for natural personal care products. It is approved by COSMOS and ECOCERT.

Why use a preservative?

When you make natural skincare and especially when using water based ingredients in your products, it's important to add a preservative.

Why? Well, once you add water to your product, it becomes a breeding ground for bacteria and mould.

How to formulate with Preservative Eco ( Geogard™ ECT)

Preservative Eco is heat sensitive and should be added during the cool down phase. 

 

Specifications
INCI Benzyl Alcohol (and) Salicylic Acid (and) Glycerin (and) Sorbic Acid
Ingredients Benzyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Glycerine, Sorbic Acid
CAS Number 100-51-6, 69-72-7, 56-81-5, 110-44-1
Country of Origin USA
Solubility Is water-soluble, but can have limited solubility in total hydrous formulations.
Can be added to anhydrous formulations like sugar scrub.
Temperature Heat sensitive. Add to formulations during the cool-down phase
Odour Almond-like odour
Appearance Pale yellow /brown /clear liquid
Vegan Yes
Palm Free Yes
Tested on Animals No
pH efficacy range is 3-8
Usage Rate 0.6–1%
Storage Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Can crystalise slightly in cool weather
Note Not suitable for use in formulations for children under 3 years old.

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