Geogard ECT Preservative

Geogard

• INCI Name:
  Geogard ECT: Benzyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Glycerin, Sorbic Acid (most common grade)
• Molecular Formula:
  Not applicable (preservative blend)
• CAS Number:
  Not applicable (mixture of ingredients)
• Alternate Names:
  • Geogard ECT
  • Eco Preservative
  • Natural Cosmetic Preservative
  • Broad-Spectrum Preservative
  • ECOCERT Preservative

Key Benefits:

• Broad-spectrum protection against bacteria, yeast, and mold
• Accepted by many natural and organic standards
• Suitable for rinse-off and leave-on products
• Effective at low usage levels
• Helps extend product shelf life
• Compatible with a wide range of cosmetic formulations

Benefits & Uses

• Used in creams, lotions, serums, and shampoos
• Protects formulations from microbial contamination
• Popular preservative for natural skincare products
• Suitable for hair care and personal care formulations
• Helps maintain product quality and safety

Recommended Usage Level:

• Creams & Lotions: 0.6% – 1.0%
• Serums: 0.6% – 1.0%
• Shampoos & Body Washes: 0.6% – 1.0%
• Hair Care Products: 0.6% – 1.0%
• Cosmetic Formulations: 0.6% – 1.0%

How It Works 

• Functions as a broad-spectrum preservative system that protects formulations from bacteria, yeast, and mold
• Helps prevent product spoilage and contamination
• Extends shelf life of water-based cosmetic products
• Effective in both skincare and hair care formulations
• Typically added during the cool-down phase below 40°C
• Performs best in formulations with a pH of approximately 3–8

Key Benefits for Skin Care:

• Helps maintain product safety and stability
• Suitable for natural and sensitive skin formulations
• Supports long-term effectiveness of skincare products
• Compatible with botanical extracts and active ingredients
• Widely used in natural cosmetic formulations

Olfactory Notes:

• Odor Profile: Mild characteristic odor
• Top Notes: Slightly aromatic
• Heart Notes: Mild preservative note
• Base Notes: Faint sweet undertone
• Character: Mild, functional, non-dominant

FAQs:

Q: What is Geogard used for?
A: Geogard is used as a preservative system to protect cosmetic products from bacteria, yeast, and mold.

Q: Is Geogard suitable for natural skincare?
A: Yes, Geogard ECT is widely used in natural and ECOCERT-style cosmetic formulations.

Q: Can Geogard be used in shampoos and lotions?
A: Yes, it is suitable for creams, lotions, serums, shampoos, and body washes.

Q: When should Geogard be added to formulations?
A: It is generally added during the cool-down phase below 40°C.

Q: What is the recommended pH range for Geogard?
A: Geogard ECT performs best between pH 3 and 8.