- INCI Name:Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol
- Functions:Preservative, Anti-Microbial Agent
- Benefit Claims:Antimicrobial, Anti-Bacterial
- Labeling Claims:Paraben-free, Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Formaldehyde-free
- Certifications & Compliance:United States Pharmacopeia (USP)
Saliguard BDHA is a paraben free preservative with broad spectrum activity that is made from a combination of Benzyl Alcohol and Dehydroacetic Acid. With a low toxicity profile and global acceptance, this water soluble is compatible with a diverse range of products including cation, nonionic and anionic systems in leave-on and rinse-off formulations including hair care, skin care, baby products, surfactants, shampoos blends, conditioner blends. It provides excellent protection at pH 6.5, but can be used in a pH range of 2.0-7.0 at a dosage of 0.2% to 0.8%.