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Essentially Natural Saliguard BDHA

Essentially Natural Saliguard BDHA

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INCI: Benzyl alcohol, Dehydroacetic acid

Essentially Natural Saliguard BDHA is a broad spectrum preservative system used to help protect water-containing personal care products from microbial growth. It is commonly used as a like-for-like alternative to Geogard 221, with the same preservative components. This ingredient is water soluble and is typically added in the cool down phase for convenience. It is a synthetically derived preservative system designed for cosmetic formulation use.

Also available in Sample Sizes.

This product is certified: Vegan and Beauty Without Cruelty.

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  • INCI Name: Benzyl Alcohol, Dehydroacetic Acid
  • Form: Liquid preservative system
  • Solubility: Water soluble
  • Typical Usage Rate: 0.5-1.1%
  • Ideal pH: 6 or below
  • Size Options: 50ml, 100ml, 200ml, 500ml, 1L or 5L

    This product is commonly used to:

  • Preserve creams, lotions and emulsions containing water
  • Preserve toners, gels and water-based serums
  • Support shelf life and reduce spoilage risk in DIY formulations
  • Replace Geogard 221 in suitable formulas

    This product is suitable for:

  • Formulators making water-based personal care products
  • Makers looking for a broad spectrum preservative option
  • Recipes designed to work at pH 6 or below
  • This product is not for:

  • Anhydrous products with no water phase
  • High pH formulas above pH 6
  • Customers seeking a preservative-free approach for water-based products
  • As a Cosmetic Ingredient: Add at 0.5 to 1.1% in the water phase or cool down phase at room temperature.
  • Processing Tip: Check and adjust final formula pH to 6 or below for best performance.
  • For external use only
  • Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
  • Use accurate weighing and good manufacturing hygiene
  • Keep tightly closed and store in a cool, dry place
  • Keep out of reach of children and pets

Q: Is this the same as Geogard 221?
A: It is commonly used as a direct alternative because it uses the same preservative components.

Q: Do I need to check pH?
A: Yes, it performs best at pH 6 or below, so pH testing is strongly recommended.

Q: Can it preserve a facial mist?
A: It can be used in water-based products, but the whole formula needs to be designed correctly and tested for stability and preservation.

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Produced in South Africa
Vegan
Palm Oil Free
Cruelty-Free

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