| OPTIPHEN® |
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| Description |
| INCI: Phenoxyethanol (and) Caprylyl Glycol |
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| Typical Properties |
| Appearance |
Clear to pale straw liquid |
| Color, APHA |
100 maximum |
| Specific Gravity |
1.0126 - 1.0217 |
| Phenoxyethanol |
53.0 - 58.0% |
| 1,2 Octanediol |
42.0 - 47.0% |
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Optiphen
is a unique paraben-free and formaldehyde-free liquid preservative
system which consists of Phenoxyethanol in an emollient base of
Caprylyl Glycol. The combination of these ingredients provides
optimized protection against microbial growth while imparting
exceptional feel to the finished product.
Optiphen is approved globally. |
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| Applications |
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Can be used in a wide variety of personal care products including aqueous and anhydrous systems and emulsions. |
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Can easily be added directly to the formulation during pre- or post-emulsification at or below 60°C. |
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No pH restrictions; it is compatible with most raw materials. |
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Recommended use level of 0.75-1.5%. |
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| Every
cosmetic formulation requires a specific preservative system to meet
its individual needs. Therefore, every newly developed or modified
product should be challenge tested to assure preservative efficacy. |
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| OPTIPHEN® is a Registered Trademark of International Specialty Products. |
Copyright © 2006 International Specialty Products. All Rights Reserved.
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Indústria Cosmética 
