Preservative for Reed Diffuser Base and Fragrance Mix
Asked by: pikalda1979
On: December 29, 2022
Product Type:
Cosmetics
Question
Is it necessary to add a preservative when mixing Reed Diffuser Base with fragrance, considering that these components are typically anhydrous?
Answer
Mixing Reed Diffuser Base with fragrance generally does not require adding a preservative.
The reason is:
- Most Reed Diffuser Bases and fragrances are anhydrous (contain no water).
- Preservatives are needed to prevent the growth of microorganisms (bacteria, mold, yeast), which require water to survive.
Since the mixture is anhydrous, there are no conditions for microorganisms to grow.