Lexgard® SC-50

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name

Ethylhexylglycerin

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Bacteriostatic Agent,

Conditioner,

Emollient,

Moisturizing Agent,

Preservative Booster,

Wetting Agent

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Antioxidants & Preservatives,

Conditioners & Emollients,

Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants

Primary Feedstocks

Petrochemical

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Antimicrobial,

Emolliency,

Good Wetting Properties,

Moisturizing,

Odor Masking,

Preservative Boosting,

Skin Conditioning

Labeling Claims

Biodegradable,

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

Product Features & Benefits

• Bacteriostatic booster
• Anti-soaping effect in emulsions
• Odor control in deodorant applications
• Multifunctional Medium Chain Terminal Diol
• Emollient, moisturizer, & wetting agent
• Effective in emulsions, creams and lotions in addition to surfactant-based products such as shower gels, facial cleansers and shampoos
• Free of parabens, formaldehyde donors, MIT, phenoxyethanol, and other traditional preservatives
• Building block for a customized Hurdle Technology system
• Tocopherol processing aid for enhanced oxidative stability

Micro Summary

• Controls bacteria (gram +/-)
• Use in combination with yeast & mold control agent for broad spectrum protection

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

AP/Deo,

Bath & Shower,

Hair Care,

Skin Care,

Sun Care

Personal Care — Personal Hygiene

Wipes, Tissue & Towel

Application Format

Creams,

Gel,

Leave On,

Lotions,

Rinse Off,

Wipes

AP/Deo Applications

Deodorants

Bath & Shower Applications

Shower Gels

Hair Care Applications

Shampoos & Rinses

Skin Care Applications

Body Cream,

Body Lotion,

Facial Cleanser

Sun Care Applications

Sunscreen Cream

Use Level

0.5 - 2% (O/W emulsion), 0.5 - 2% (O/W sunscreens), 1.0 - 2% (Cleansers), 1.0 - 2% (Wipe juices)

Instruction for Use

• For use in cold or hot process
• Mix well before using
• Add to water phase (below 80°C) or during cool down phase (~40°C)

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Halal,

IECIC (China),

Kosher

Standards & Certifications

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

Technical Details & Test Data

Science Behind

• The alternative preservation component contributes to creating a hostile environment for microbial growth as part of a Hurdle Technology approach. Lexgard® E can be a complete system for certain formulations or a component of your broad spectrum customized system.
• Ethylhexylglycerin is a multifunctional component. It is a skin conditioning agent that also prevents the growth of bacteria in formulation.