Phenoxyethanol
苯氧乙醇
What it does
- Prevents microbial growth
- Extends shelf life
Effective concentration
Typical 0.5-1% Max Allowed 1%
Evidence
Strong evidenceSkin types
Well suited for: Most
Use with caution: Extremely Sensitive
Irritation potential
Low
Comedogenic rating
0 / 5
Pregnancy
Generally considered safe during pregnancy
Good to know
Common paraben alternative. Preservatives are necessary for product safety.
References
Compound data from PubChem (U.S. National Library of Medicine).
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