Lexgard® GCP MB
Phenethyl alcohol (and) Glyceryl Caprylate
Fragrance & Preservation Component
Lexgard® GCP MB is a biostatic skin conditioning agent and fragrance component blend that can aid in the preservation of cosmetic formulations.
- Bacteriostatic booster
- Light rose-scented fragrance
- Emollient and moisturizer
- Effective in emulsions, creams and lotions in addition to surfactant-based products such as shower gels, facial cleansers and shampoos
- Free of parabens, formaldehyde donors, MIT, phenoxyethanol, and other traditional preservatives
- Building block for a customized Hurdle Technology system
Micro Summary
- Controls bacteria (gram +/-)
- Use in combination with yeast & mold control agent for broad spectrum protection
Standards & Certifications
Additional Information
How to Use
Recommend Use Level: 0.8 -1.0%
Use Instruction:
- Gently heat to 45 - 50°C
- Mix well before using
- Add to water phase (below 80°C) or during cool down phase (~40°C)
Primary Feedstocks
- Petrochemical
- Coconut
- Palm
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For more information about the origin and processing of this ingredient, please request a Technical & Regulatory Dossier.
The Science Behind
This alternative preservation system employs the Hurdle Technology approach, utilizing a combination of multifunctional ingredients to create a hostile environment for microbial growth.
Lexgard® GCP MB includes the following multifunctional components and can be a complete system for certain formulations or a component of your broad spectrum customized system.
- Glyceryl Caprylate: A skin conditioning agent and emulsifying agent that prevents the growth of bacteria in formulation
- Phenethyl alcohol: A carrier for ease of formulation and helps prevent the growth of bacteria in formulation
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