{"product_id":"geogard®-221-cosmetic-preservative","title":"Geogard® 221 Cosmetic Preservative","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eGeogard® 221\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eINCI Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenzyl Alcohol (and) Dehydroacetic Acid\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeogard® 221\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCAS Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenzyl Alcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e100-51-6\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDehydroacetic Acid:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e520-45-6\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClear, colorless to pale yellow liquid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBroad-Spectrum Cosmetic Preservative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFace Creams, Lotions, Serums, Shampoos, Conditioners, Face Washes, Body Washes, Hair Masks, Wet Wipes, Baby Care Products, and Cosmetic Formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad-spectrum protection against bacteria, yeast, and mold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccepted by \u003cstrong\u003eECOCERT\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCOSMOS\u003c\/strong\u003e standards for many natural and organic cosmetic formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParaben-free and formaldehyde-releasing preservative-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffective in both leave-on and rinse-off products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with a wide range of cosmetic ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for natural and premium cosmetic formulations \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBenefits \u0026amp; Uses (Short):\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed in creams and lotions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for facial serums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for shampoos and conditioners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed in face washes and body washes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for natural and organic cosmetic formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Usage Level:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCreams \u0026amp; Lotions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e0.2% – 1.0%\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerums:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e0.2% – 1.0%\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShampoos \u0026amp; Conditioners:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e0.3% – 1.0%\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFace \u0026amp; Body Washes:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e0.3% – 1.0%\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet Wipes:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e0.5% – 1.0%\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormulation Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add Geogard® 221 during the \u003cstrong\u003ecool-down phase below 45°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. It performs best in formulations with a final \u003cstrong\u003epH of 2–7\u003c\/strong\u003e, with optimum performance typically below pH 7. Always verify the final pH and conduct preservative efficacy (challenge) testing for commercial products. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works (Short):\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtects cosmetic products from contamination by bacteria, yeast, and mold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtends the shelf life of water-containing formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps maintain product safety and quality during normal consumer use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks effectively in emulsions, surfactant systems, and water-based products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with many skincare and hair care ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlends exceptionally well with Glycerin, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol (Vitamin B5), Allantoin, Aloe Vera Extract, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer (pH compatibility should be checked), Disodium EDTA, and Tetrasodium EDTA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits for Cosmetic Formulations:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad-spectrum preservation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eECOCERT\/COSMOS accepted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParaben-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormaldehyde donor-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for skincare, hair care, and baby care products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is Geogard® 221 used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Geogard® 221 is a broad-spectrum preservative used to protect creams, lotions, serums, shampoos, conditioners, cleansers, and other water-containing cosmetic products from microbial contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Geogard® 221 suitable for natural cosmetics?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. 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