Combining Pentylene Glycol and Phenoxyethanol SA for Preservation

Asked by: womenlulla On: April 09, 2016 Product Type: Cosmetics Answered

Question

In a formula containing 3% Pentylene Glycol, can I add 1% Phenoxyethanol SA?

Based on the information I've read, 3% Pentylene Glycol helps boost the effectiveness of Phenoxyethanol SA.

Answer

# Combining Pentylene Glycol and Phenoxyethanol SA

Yes, you can use 1% Phenoxyethanol SA in a formula that contains 3% Pentylene Glycol.

Pentylene Glycol, especially at a concentration of 3%, can act as a preservative booster, enhancing the effectiveness of preservatives like Phenoxyethanol SA. This combination is acceptable and the Pentylene Glycol will help improve the overall preservation of the product.

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Effectiveness Ingredient Interaction Preservation