What it is
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Also known as: 2-Phenoxyethanol
Phenoxyethanol is a common cosmetic ingredient, with about 41.8% of the products in our database containing it.
What it does:
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Where it's used
Phenoxyethanol is most often found as ingredient number 20 within an ingredient list.
Of the 17 products in our database that have a known concentration of Phenoxyethanol, we've seen concentrations from 0.2% to 2% specified within their ingredient lists.
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Products with Phenoxyethanol
CosIng Data
- CosIng ID: 36522
- INCI Name: PHENOXYETHANOL
- EC #: Â 204-589-7
- Ph. Eur. Name: phenoxyethanolum
- All Functions: Preservative
