{"product_id":"preservative-copy","title":"Preservative 12","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreservative 12 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a versatile, broad-spectrum preservative containing only two ingredients, which can look cleaner on an ingredients list.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is vegan friendly, biodegradable and free from formaldehyde and palm-derived ingredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreservative 12 is a clear, colourless liquid and is formulated to safeguard cosmetic products from microbial growth, prolong their shelf life, and maintain overall product safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreservative 12 is vegan, biodegradable, and free from formaldehyde and palm-derived ingredients, aligning well with clean beauty standards. Its broad formulation compatibility and minimal effect on product appearance make it a popular choice among formulators. It is particularly valuable in products containing herbal extracts, which are more susceptible to microbial contamination\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis blend provides broad-spectrum protection against microorganisms, including gram‑positive and gram‑negative bacteria, yeasts, and moulds. Its wide effective pH range (3–12) makes it suitable for many cosmetic applications, from creams and lotions to serums and gels. It performs especially well in cationic systems, emulsions, and cream-based formulations. However, caution is needed when working with clays, as they can absorb preservatives and leave the water phase vulnerable to microbial growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works well in a wide range of skincare formulations, including those containing aloe vera or hyaluronic acid serums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirections for use:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is usually recommended to use at a percentage of 0.5% to 1%. Generally 1% should work well in most formulations. Where herbal materials are used, such as a decoction, it is suggested to use 1.1%, which is the maximum percentage recommended. Higher amounts may cause skin irritation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Presservative K is not fully water soluable, it works best with creams and lotions. If using in a water based product, such as a toner, it may be solubilised with Polysorbate 20.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is stable at variable temperatures. We recommend adding it in Stage 3 in creams and lotions, or when the product temperature is under 40°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVegan: Vegan Friendly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for: Creams, lotions, serums and gels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour: Colourless\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScent: Very slight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolubility:\u003cspan\u003e Partially soluble in water; more soluble in oils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormula: Suitable for both leave on and rinse off\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIngredients: \u003cspan\u003ePhenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oils Essentially Ltd","offers":[{"title":"10ml","offer_id":56618763911546,"sku":null,"price":3.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"30ml","offer_id":56618763944314,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50ml","offer_id":56618763977082,"sku":null,"price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100ml","offer_id":56618764009850,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0072\/8901\/2277\/files\/ESSENTIALOILPACKAGINGIMAGE-2026-02-24T131214.935.png?v=1771938752","url":"https:\/\/oilsessentially.co.uk\/products\/preservative-copy","provider":"Oils Essentially Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}