How to use

How to Use Spectrastat™ PHL in Formulations

Spectrastat™ PHL is a versatile preservative system designed for a range of cosmetic and personal care formulations. Here’s how it can be effectively incorporated:

General Usage Guidelines:

1. Recommended Concentration:
   • Use at 1.5% to 3% (w/w) depending on the desired level of preservation and product type.
2. pH Range Compatibility:
   • Works optimally in formulations with a pH range of 4 to 8, making it suitable for acidic and neutral products.
3. Processing Requirements:
   • Cold Processable: Can be added directly to water-based formulations without requiring heat.
   • Ensure even dispersion during the mixing process for consistent efficacy.
4. Solubility:
   • Completely water-soluble, making it ideal for clear formulations and aqueous systems.

Applications in Formulations:

1. Surfactant Systems:
   • Add to shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, and micellar waters for effective microbial control.
2. Emulsions:
   • Incorporate into creams, lotions, and sunscreens to stabilize and preserve formulations without traditional preservatives.
3. Wipes and Masks:
   • Ideal for sheet mask solutions and wet wipes, ensuring long-lasting preservation and skin compatibility.
4. Sensitive Skin Products:
   • Suitable for formulations targeting sensitive skin due to its non-irritating properties and clean beauty credentials.

Formulation Advantages:

• Hurdle Technology Approach: Supports self-preserving systems by destabilizing microorganisms and maintaining formula safety.
• Paraben-Free, Phenoxyethanol-Free: Aligns with clean beauty and eco-friendly formulation standards.
• Microbial Efficacy: Proven to control gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeast, and mold, as confirmed by industry-standard tests (EP-A, EP-B, USP51, PCPC).

Spectrastat™ PHL is a game-changing ingredient for formulating modern, preservative-free, and highly effective cosmetic products while maintaining excellent safety and stability.