Essentially Natural Geogard 221 - ECOCERT

• INCI Name: Benzyl Alcohol, Dehydroacetic Acid
• Function: Broad-spectrum preservative
• Certification: ECOCERT, COSMOS compliant, NaTrue certified, Soil Association approved
• Usage Rate: 0.2-2%
• Recommended pH Range: 2-7
• Phase: Aqueous phase, commonly added at cool down
• Shelf Life: 1 year
• Storage: Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place

• Preserving lotions, creams, and emulsions
• Preserving shampoos, body washes, and cleansers
• Preserving toners, gels, and water-based serums
• Supporting shelf life in water-containing DIY formulas
• Reducing spoilage risk in suitable formulations

Geogard 221 Is For:

• Water-based personal care formulations
• DIY makers who want an easy-to-use preservative option
• Formulas built to sit within pH 2-7
• Lotions, cleansers, gels, and shampoos that need broad-spectrum preservation

Geogard 221 Is Not For:

• Anhydrous products with no water phase
• Formulas outside the recommended pH range
• A fragrance or aroma ingredient

• As a Preservative: Add at 0.2 to 2% into the aqueous phase, typically during cool down.
• Processing Tip: Check and adjust final formula pH to stay within 2 to 7 for best performance.
• Processing Tip: Use accurate weighing and good manufacturing hygiene for more reliable preservation.

• For external use only
• Do not ingest
• Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
• Patch test finished products before use
• Keep out of reach of children
• Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place

Q: Do I still need good hygiene if I use a preservative?
A: Yes. Preservatives support clean manufacturing practice, they do not replace it.

Q: Can I use Geogard 221 in a shampoo?
A: Yes. It is commonly used in shampoos and other rinse-off products with a water phase.

Q: Why does pH matter with Geogard 221?
A: Its performance depends on pH, so staying within the recommended range helps it work more reliably.