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EVAGUARD® 206

New product of EVA LLC

EVAGUARD® 206 is a liquid mixed cosmetic preservative based on benzyl alcohol, sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate. This combination provides a broad spectrum of activity against bacteria, yeast and mold and protects cosmetics from microbiological contamination without the need for additional preservatives. Suitable for natural and organic personal care products.

It can be used to preserve a wide range of personal care products with a slightly acidic pH in the range of 3.0 to 5.5.

INCI name
Benzyl Alcohol (and) Sodium Benzoate (and) Potassium Sorbate (and) Water
Specifications
Appearance
  • Liquid
Category
  • Preserving agent
Appearance
  • Transparent or translucent liquid from colorless to light brown color
Recommended input level
  • Overall 0.5-1.0%
  • For rinse-off products 0.5-0.8%
  • For leave-on products 0.7-1.0%
  • The maximum permitted dosage in the Russian Federation is 2,5%
Working pH range
  • 3.0-5.5
Maximum operating temperature
  • 80°С
Application
  • Hair care
  • Body and face care
  • Make-up products
  • Shaving products
  • Sunscreens
  • Hand and body washes, bath foams and other cleansing products
  • Baby care products
  • Natural and organic cosmetics
  • Raw materials
Main advantages
  • Mild preservative system
  • Broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity
  • Based on safe and internationally recognized ingredients
  • Relatively low input levels from 0.5 to 1.0% and synergy with other preservatives
  • Suitable for natural and organic cosmetics
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