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Phenoxyethanol 10 ml

Keeping Water-Based Formulas Safe From Microbial Growth Without Changing Their Feel

Phenoxyethanol remains one of the most widely used preservatives across global manufacturing thanks to its broad activity against bacteria and moderate activity against yeasts, combined with a relatively mild profile on skin and mucous membranes. This ingredient belongs to the Preservatives and Antioxidants section, which brings together substances responsible for protecting water-containing formulations throughout their entire shelf life. The largest real-world demand for phenoxyethanol comes not only from skincare production but also from pharmaceutical manufacturing, baby wipes and household wet wipes, as well as household chemicals and certain water-based paints and inks.

In cosmetic manufacturing phenoxyethanol is added to creams, lotions, shampoos, shower gels, toners and micellar waters. It remains stable across a wide pH range and tolerates moderate heat, so it can be introduced either during the cooling stage of an emulsion around forty degrees Celsius, or directly into the water phase before emulsification if the formula allows it. A typical working dosage ranges from 0.5 to 1 gram per 100 grams of finished product, and exceeding this upper limit is not advisable due to a higher risk of irritation with prolonged skin contact.

One important nuance is that phenoxyethanol performs strongly against bacteria but offers only limited protection against mold, which is why industrial formulators often pair it with broader-spectrum systems. A reliable combination is achieved with Dermosoft 700B, which strengthens defense against yeast and mold in creams containing a high share of botanical extracts. Phenoxyethanol also pairs well with Nipaguard BPX, a combination frequently used in shampoos and body care products exposed to repeated opening and higher microbial load risk. For more conservative formulas relying on a time-tested paraben and phenoxyethanol blend, manufacturers often turn to the ready-made system Phenonip, already balanced in its component ratio.

Beyond cosmetics, phenoxyethanol is used in pharmaceutical production to preserve gels, suspensions and topical solutions, and in household chemical manufacturing where long-term stability of formulations is essential. In the textile and printing industries it sometimes appears as a component of water-based inks and adhesives to prevent biological contamination during storage.

The ten milliliter packaging is convenient for home-based cosmetic making and small trial batches, allowing formulators to test preservative efficacy in a specific recipe before scaling up production. Phenoxyethanol should be stored in a tightly closed container, in a dry cool place away from direct sunlight, and kept away from strong oxidizing agents. When storage conditions and dosage are respected, it retains its declared properties throughout the shelf life stated on the packaging.

Soothing Aloe Facial Mist

Distilled water 88 g

Aloe vera juice 8 g

Glycerin 2 g

Panthenol 1.5 g

Phenoxyethanol 0.7 g

Fragrance oil 0.3 g

Combine distilled water with aloe vera juice and glycerin in a clean container and stir until fully blended, then add panthenol and mix thoroughly until dissolved. Add phenoxyethanol last while the mixture is at room temperature, then blend in the fragrance oil and stir again until uniform. Transfer the finished mist into a clean spray bottle and let it rest for twenty four hours in a cool place before first use to allow the formula to stabilize.

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Альбіна, Милан

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Светлана, Тернополь

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1 September 2026

Алина, Сент-Этьен

Большое спасибо за отличный ассортимент и профессиональный подход.

INCI	Phenoxyethanol
Other
Application	widely used in organic cosmetics
Att brand	Italy
Color product	colorless
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	0.25-1%
Minimum count	1
Name	Phenoxyethanol 10 ml
Other names	Euxil 9010
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	10 ml
Solubility	readily in ethanol, propylene glycol, diethyl phthalate, slowly disperses in water
Type	preservative
View	colorless transparent liquid, burning
Valid until	11.2028