Neodefend 1 kg

Keeping Large-Volume Cosmetic Batches Stable and Safe

In industrial cosmetic manufacturing, protecting an entire production batch from microbial contamination is one of the central challenges a formulator faces, especially when working with water-based systems that naturally support bacterial and fungal growth. Neodefend 1 kg is a broad-spectrum preservative designed to protect emulsions, lotions, creams, and other aqueous formulations from bacteria, yeast, and mold over the full shelf life of the product. The one-kilogram packaging is aimed squarely at manufacturers running conveyor-line production, where consistent quality and reliable supply matter as much as raw performance. This item belongs to the Preservatives and Antioxidants category, which brings together ingredients responsible for shelf life and microbiological safety of finished goods.

The main application of Neodefend lies in skincare and haircare manufacturing - creams, lotions, emulsions, shampoos, shower gels, conditioners, and similar water-based products where microbial growth is a constant risk. Beyond cosmetics, comparable broad-spectrum preservatives are also used in household chemical products, wet wipes, and certain liquid soap formulations produced for bulk retail. The preservative performs reliably across a wide pH range, which makes it a practical choice for most emulsion systems, including formulas built around natural oils and botanical extracts.

Neodefend should be added at the final stage of production, once the main emulsion has cooled to below forty degrees Celsius, since higher temperatures can reduce its preserving efficiency. Typical dosage ranges from half a percent to one percent of total batch weight, though the exact amount is best confirmed through microbiological challenge testing of the specific formula. It pairs well with chelating agents such as Trilon-B, which strengthens preservative performance by binding trace metals that would otherwise support microbial growth. In moisturizing formulations, Neodefend is frequently combined with Glycerin, which acts as a humectant while slightly lowering water activity within the system. For brands working in the natural cosmetics segment, Leucidal SF Complete is a useful addition that can be introduced alongside the primary preservative to broaden the overall protection spectrum.

Store Neodefend in a tightly sealed container, in a dry area away from direct sunlight, at room temperature. Under proper storage conditions the preservative retains its declared efficiency for the full stated shelf life. Before scaling up to full production runs, it is advisable to prepare a trial batch and confirm stability through laboratory testing, particularly when the formula includes non-standard ingredients such as botanical extracts, essential oils, or other active additives that could affect compatibility.

Industrial-Scale Daily Moisturizing Lotion

Distilled water 680 g

Glycerin 55 g

Base oil (sunflower or almond) 110 g

Emulsifier 65 g

Neodefend 9 g

Trilon-B 2 g