Lexgard® OE90
Caprylyl Glycol (and) Ethylhexylglycerin
Cold Processable Preservation Component Combination
Lexgard® OE 90 is a cold processable blend of humectants that can also boost or aid the preservation of cosmetic formulations.
- Bacteriostatic booster
- Blend of 90% Lexgard® O and 10% Lexgard® E
- Humectant
- Multifunctional Medium Chain Terminal Diol
- Emollient & 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
Recommended Use Level: 0.5 - 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.
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® OE90 includes the following multifunctional components and can be a complete system for certain formulations or a component of your broad spectrum customized system.
- Caprylyl Glycol: A skin conditioning agent that prevents the growth of bacteria in formulation
- Ethylhexylglycerin: A skin conditioning agent that prevents the growth of bacteria in formulation
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