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Lexgard® NAP is an optimized combination of preservation components. It is a humectant and fragrance component blend that can aid in the preservation of cosmetic formulations.

INCI Name: Caprylyl Glycol, Phenethyl Alcohol

Functions: Bacteriostatic Agent, Emollient, Humectant, Moisturizing Agent, Preservative

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable, ChemFORWARD Safer, Clean Beauty, Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Cruelty-Free, Formaldehyde releasing substances-free, Halal, Kosher, MIT-free, Palm Oil-free, Palm free, Paraben-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Vegan

Certifications & Compliance: Halal, IECIC (China), Kosher

Benefit Claims: Antimicrobial, Emolliency, Humectancy, Moisturizing, Preservation

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Identification & Functionality

Primary Feedstocks

Petrochemical

Features & Benefits

Product Features & Benefits
  • Bacteriostatic booster
  • Light rose-scented fragrance
  • Emollient and moisturizer
  • Free of parabens, formaldehyde donors, MIT, phenoxyethanol, and other traditional preservatives
  • Effective in emulsions, creams and lotions in addition to surfactant-based products such as shower gels, facial cleansers and shampoos
  • Building block for a customized Hurdle Technology system
Micro Summary
  • Controls bacteria (gram +/-)
  • Use in combination with yeast & mold control agent for broad spectrum protection

Applications & Uses

Bath & Shower Applications
Hair Care Applications
Use Level
1 - 1.5%
Instruction for Use
  • Gently heat to 45 - 50°C
  • Mix well before using
  • Add to water phase (below 80°C) or during cool down phase (~40°C)

Properties

Physical Form

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Standards & Certifications
  • Biodegradable
  • Clean Beauty Preferred
  • Non-palm Derived
  • Kosher Compliant
  • China IECIC Listed
  • Vegan & Cruelty-free
  • Halal Certified

Technical Details & Test Data

Science Behind

The alternative preservation system employs the Hurdle Technology approach, utilizing a combination of multifunctional ingredients to create a hostile environment for microbial growth.

Lexgard® NAP includes the following multifunctional components and can be a complete system for certain formulations or a component of your broad spectrum customized system.

  • Caprylyl Glycol: Skin conditioning agent that prevents the growth of bacteria in formulation
  • Phenethyl Alcohol: A carrier for ease of formulation that helps prevent the growth of bacteria in formulation