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EVAGUARD® 204
EVAGUARD® 204 is a liquid mixed cosmetic preservative based on benzyl alcohol, glycerol and organic acids. This combination has a broad balanced spectrum of action against bacteria, yeast and mold, which makes it possible to use this mixture without additional preservatives.
Having global approval for use in cosmetics, EVAGUARD® 204 can be used to preserve a wide range of cosmetic products with a slightly acidic pH from 3.0 to 5.5. max, including natural and organic cosmetics.
INCI name
Benzyl Alcohol (and) Glycerin (and) Benzoic acid (and) Sorbic Acid
Specifications
Appearance
- Liquid
Category
- Preserving agent
Working pH range
- 3-5,5
Application
- Hair care
- Facial and eye care
- Make Up products
- Shaving products
- Body care
- Sunscreens
- Bath products
- Baby care products
- Wet wipes
- Deodorants and antiperspirants
- Natural and organic cosmetics
Maximum operating temperature
- 80°С
Recommended input level
- Overall 0.6-1.2%
- In rinse-off products 0.6-1.0%
- In leave-on products 0.8-1.2%
- The maximum permitted dosage in the Russian Federation is 2.5%
Main advantages
- Broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity
- Based on safe and internationally recognized ingredients
- Soft preservative system
- Suitable for natural and organic cosmetics
- Relatively low input levels from 0.6 to 1.2% and synergy with other preservatives
