SALICHEM

It is a broad spectrum preservative based on a well-balanced content of parabens dissolved in phenoxyethanol. It is a preservative system effective against Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, very effective against yeasts and molds also at low levels. It is one of the most widely used preservatives for the protection of cosmetics. It is globally approved for rinse-off, leave-on and wet wipes.

Supplied By: Salicylates & Chemicals

Product Code: Q16865

Regional Availability: Canada

INCI Name: Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Propylparaben

Functions: Preservative

    Enhanced TDS

    Identification & Functionality

    INCI Name
    Butylparaben,
    Ethylparaben,
    Methylparaben,
    Phenoxyethanol,
    Propylparaben
    Supplied By
    Salicylates & Chemicals
    Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
    Preservative
    Technologies
    Cosmetic Ingredients
    Product Families
    Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
    Antioxidants & Preservatives

    Applications & Uses

    Markets
    Personal Care
    Applications
    Personal Care — Beauty & Care
    Baby Care,
    Bath & Shower,
    Color Cosmetics,
    Hair Care,
    Skin Care,
    Sun Care
    Personal Care — Personal Hygiene
    Hand Hygiene,
    Wipes, Tissue & Towel
    Application Format
    Creams,
    Gel,
    Leave On,
    Powder,
    Rinse Off,
    Stick,
    Wipes
    Baby Care Applications
    Baby Bubble Bath,
    Baby Shampoo
    Bath & Shower Applications
    Bubble Bath,
    Shower Gels
    Color Cosmetic Applications
    Eye Liner,
    Face Powder,
    Foundation,
    Mascara
    Hair Care Applications
    Hair Conditioner,
    Hair Gel,
    Hair Lotion,
    Mousse,
    Shampoos & Rinses
    Personal Hygiene Applications
    Hand Cleansers
    Skin Care Applications
    Body Cream,
    Body Lotion,
    Body Oil,
    Skin Gel
    Sun Care Applications
    After Sun Products,
    Sunscreen Cream,
    Suntan Lotion
    Wipes, Tissue & Towel Applications
    Face Wipes
    Use Level
    0.25 - 1%
    Application Information

    Typical applications include:

    • Hair care: shampoos, lotions, conditioners, gels, mousses.
    • Body and face care: tonics, gels, lotions, creams, oils, wipes.
    • Make-up: foundations, eyeliners, mascaras, powders, wipes.
    • Sun products: sunscreens, suntans, aftersuns.
    • Bath products: shower gels, bubble baths, handcleaners, intimate, wipes.
    • Baby care: shampoos, bath products, gels.

    Properties

    Physical Form
    Liquid
    Appearance
    Colorless light yellow viscous liquid
    Soluble in
    Alcohols, Polar Oils, Glycols
    Slightly Soluble in
    Water
    Chemical Stability and Compatibility

    It is stable and active in the pH range 3-8, it does not modify the colour, the odour & viscosity of finished cosmetics. It may tolerate working temperature upto 80°C.

    Packaging & Availability

    Packaging Type
    Drum
    Regional Availability
    • Canada

    Storage & Handling

    Shelf Life
    5 years
    Storage Condition

    If stored at ambient temperature, in the original sealed container, Salichem has an initial shelf life of five years.