Lexgard® HPOE
Caprylyl Glycol (and) Ethylhexylglycerin (and) Hexylene Glycol (and) Phenoxyethanol
Traditional Preservative System
Lexgard® HPOE is a paraben-free preservative blend that can be used to provide cost effective, broad spectrum antimicrobial protection.
- Broad pH range
- Includes skin conditioning agents
- Effective in emulsions, creams and lotions in addition to surfactant-based products such as shower gels, facial cleansers and shampoos
- Broad spectrum performance
- Free of parabens, formaldehyde donors, and MIT
Micro summary:
- Controls bacteria (gram +/-), yeast, and mold
- Pass results with industry standard tests: EP-A, USP51, and PCPC
- Pass results with recommended use level at pH 4-8: 1 - 1.5% (w/w)
Standards & Certifications
Additional Information
How to Use
Recommended Use Level: 1.0 - 1.5%
Use Instruction:
- For use in cold or hot process
- Mix well before using
- Add to water phase (below 80°C) or during cool down phase (~40°C).
Please request an Alternative Preservation Formulators Guide for more information
Primary Feedstocks
- Petrochemical
For more information about the origin and processing of this ingredient, please request a Technical & Regulatory Dossier.
Science Behind
This preservative system employs traditional preservation in conjunction with the Hurdle Technology approach, utilizing a combination of multifunctional ingredients to create a hostile environment for microbial growth.
Lexgard® HPOE includes the following components to create a complete broad spectrum preservation system:
- Caprylyl Glycol: Skin conditioning agent that prevents the growth of bacteria in formulation
- Ethylhexylglycerin: Skin conditioning agent that prevents the growth of bacteria in formulation
- Phenoxyethanol: A traditional preservative
- Hexylene glycol: A carrier for ease of formulation
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