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For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Always consult a dermatologist for skin concerns.

Preservative Blend

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INCI: PHENOXYETHANOL (AND) CAPRYLYL GLYCOL (AND) POTASSIUM SORBATE (AND) HEXYLENE GLYCOL

preservativeskin conditioninghumectant

What it does

This is a synergistic preservative blend commonly used in cosmetics to protect products from microbial growth. Phenoxyethanol provides broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, while Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, and Hexylene Glycol enhance its efficacy and provide additional conditioning properties.

Skin Concerns

No specific concern data available

Safety & Science

Safety summary

Generally considered safe at low concentrations. Some individuals may experience skin irritation or allergic reactions to individual components. Phenoxyethanol has some regulatory restrictions on concentration.

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At a Glance

INCI Name: PHENOXYETHANOL (AND) CAPRYLYL GLYCOL (AND) POTASSIUM SORBATE (AND) HEXYLENE GLYCOL
Common Name: Preservative Blend
Functions: preservative, skin conditioning, humectant
Products: 1 product

For informational purposes only. This is not medical advice. Always patch test new products and consult a dermatologist for skin concerns.

Preservative Blend — Skincare Ingredient Guide — Dermasift — Dermasift