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Cosgard Preservative 10 ml

What makes a 10 ml bottle enough to stabilize a whole batch of homemade formulas

Any water-based cosmetic product, from a simple toner to a rich body cream, is naturally vulnerable to bacteria, yeast and mold once it leaves the mixing bowl. Cosgard preservative was developed to solve exactly this problem, offering a mild yet broad-spectrum protection widely used across natural and organic cosmetic formulations worldwide. It belongs to the Preservatives and Antioxidants category, which brings together ingredients responsible for keeping finished products stable and safe throughout their shelf life.

The compact 10 ml size is a practical choice for home formulators and small studios running trial batches before scaling up a recipe. This quantity is enough to test several variations of a cream, serum, toner or gel, allowing a maker to fine-tune concentration and confirm emulsion stability over several weeks without wasting expensive raw materials. The preservative performs reliably in facial and body creams, lotions, shampoos, shower gels, wet wipes, and in some water-based household chemistry products such as liquid soap or cleaning gels. In color cosmetics it is often found in liquid foundations, eyeliners and hydrating lip balms.

Recommended usage typically ranges between 0.6 and 1 percent of the total formula weight, depending on the acidity of the mixture and its water content. It should be added at the final cooling stage, once the base has dropped to around 40 degrees Celsius, since higher temperatures can reduce the effectiveness of the active compounds. The preservative remains stable across a pH range of roughly 3 to 8, making it compatible with most common emulsifiers, thickeners, plant oils and extracts used in modern formulations.

For recipes carrying a higher contamination risk, such as those loaded with hydrosols or botanical infusions, formulators often pair this preservative with a complementary protection system. To broaden defense against mold in high-moisture formulas, many turn to StrongGuard preservative, which is frequently combined with a base preservative for extra resilience. When additional antifungal support is needed without significantly raising the overall active concentration, Microcare CB preservative is a common companion in dual-preservative systems. For makers leaning toward gentler, more natural stabilization approaches, Leucidal Liquid SF can be introduced alongside the main preservative in softer-positioned formulas.

The bottle should be stored tightly closed, in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Under proper storage conditions, the opened bottle retains its stated properties throughout the shelf life indicated by the manufacturer. Before adding it to a formula, gently shake the container to ensure the active compounds are evenly distributed.

Trial batch calming body lotion

Distilled water 75 ml

Plant-based emulsifier 5 g

Sweet almond oil 6 g

Aloe vera gel 5 ml

Glycerin 3 ml

Oat extract liquid 2 ml

Cosgard preservative 1 ml

Melt the emulsifier together with sweet almond oil over a water bath until fully combined. Warm the distilled water separately to the same temperature and slowly pour it into the oil phase while whisking continuously until a smooth lotion forms. Allow the mixture to cool to about 38-40 degrees Celsius, then blend in the glycerin, aloe vera gel and oat extract. Finally add the preservative, stir thoroughly for about a minute and transfer the finished lotion into a clean pump bottle.

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INCI	Dehydroacetic acid, Benzyl Alcohol
Other
Application	preservative
Att brand	France
Color product	from light yellow to yellow
Descriptio smell	specific, characteristic
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	The manufacturer recommends 0.2-1% of a preservative, introduction into the active phase, water formulas (spray, gel, tonic, micellar water) - 0.2-0.6%, emulsions - 0.5-1%, foam washable formulas - one%
Minimum count	1
Name	Cosgard Preservative 10 ml
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	10 ml
Solubility	water, alcohol, glycerin
Type	liquid
Valid until	11.2028