Gentle Cleansing Agents and Preservatives

Regarding gentle cleansing agents, both Lauryl Glucoside and Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate / Gluta-Clean™ (Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate) are considered gentle options. As the staff mentioned, the overall mildness of the final formulation depends more on the usage rate and the characteristics of the complete formula rather than a significant difference between these specific gentle surfactants.

For gentle preservatives, the staff recommended Mild Preserved Eco™ or Phenoxyethanol SA (eq. Optiphen Plus). These are generally preferred over options like Sodium Benzoate or Global Guard™ / Global Guard™ 221, which may have limitations such as pH restrictions that could affect their efficacy or suitability in certain gentle formulations.