Preservative for Herbal Tamarind Scrub

Asked by: meaura.bybeach On: September 18, 2016 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

I am making an herbal tamarind scrub with ingredients like tamarind, aloe vera, milk, and honey. The staff recommended using Mild Preserved Eco at 1% as a preservative.

  • Is this suitable?
  • How should I incorporate it into the formulation?

Answer

Herbal Tamarind Scrub Preservative

Your herbal tamarind scrub, containing natural ingredients like tamarind, aloe vera, milk, and honey, requires a preservative to prevent microbial growth and ensure product safety and longevity.

A suitable and gentle preservative for your formulation is Mild Preserved Eco.

  • Why use Mild Preserved Eco?

    • It is gentle and non-irritating to the skin.
    • It provides broad-spectrum protection against bacteria, yeast, and mold.
    • It is odorless and won't affect the scent of your scrub.
    • It is effective in formulations with natural ingredients and water.
  • Recommended Usage Rate:

    • For your type of formulation with many natural ingredients, a usage rate of 1.0-1.5% is recommended. The staff's suggestion of 1% is appropriate. You can consider using up to 2.0% if your formula is particularly prone to microbial contamination.
  • How to Incorporate:

    • Add Mild Preserved Eco in the final step of your formulation.
    • It can tolerate temperatures up to 80°C for a maximum of 5 minutes.
    • It is effective in formulas with a pH between 4 and 9.

Using Mild Preserved Eco will help keep your herbal tamarind scrub safe and stable.

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