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Phenoxyethanol (CAS 122-99-6) is the leading paraben-free preservative for leave-on and rinse-off products. It is effective against a wide range of bacteria and is stable at high temperatures and pH levels. In the fragrance industry, it acts as a fixative, helping scents last longer. Listings feature Cosmetic Grade material with low phenol content to prevent skin irritation.
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Antimicrobial in shampoos
Vaccine preservative & solvent
Fixative for perfumes
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Solvent in ballpoint & inkjet inks
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Harmful if swallowed. Causes serious eye irritation. Not classified as a skin sensitizer at typical usage levels (<1%). Concentrated liquid requires careful handling.
Yes, it is globally approved for use in cosmetics at concentrations up to 1.0%. it is considered one of the safest alternatives to parabens.
In its pure form, it has a very mild, faint floral odor, which is why it is sometimes called 'Rose Ether'.
While it occurs naturally in green tea, industrial Phenoxyethanol is synthetic. It is accepted by many 'clean beauty' standards but not by some strict organic certifiers.
Free phenol is a strong skin irritant. High-quality cosmetic grade phenoxyethanol must have less than 10-20 ppm of free phenol to be safe for facial products.