Combining Pentylene Glycol and Phenoxyethanol SA for Preservation
Asked by: womenlulla
On: April 09, 2016
Product Type:
Cosmetics
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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