It is used in many applications such as cosmetics, vaccines and pharmaceuticals as a preservative. It is found in perfume, foundation, blush, lipstick, soaps, and hand sanitiser.
Uses
2-Phenoxy Ethanol is used as a fixative for perfumes, an insect repellent, topical antiseptic, solvent for cellulose acetate, some dyes, inks, and resins, in preservatives, and in organic synthesis.
Benefits
• Prevents bacteria
• Prolongs product shelf life
• Stable
• Versatile
Usage Rate
The usage for this product depends on the nature of the formulation, thus there is no exact recommended concentration.
Strengths
Highly effective against bacterial contamination.
Caution
2-Phenoxy Ethanol is a chemical preservative often used in cosmetic products such as skin creams and sunscreen. It is a colourless oily liquid that acts as a bactericide.
Besides its widespread use in cosmetics, this product is also used in insect repellent, antiseptic, and as a solvent.