INCI Name
Propanediol (and) Ph...
Functions
1 Roles
Sustainability
7/10
Category
preservatives
What It Does
Saliguard G-2 is a synergistic preservative blend that combines propanediol's antimicrobial boosting properties with phenylpropanol's broad-spectrum efficacy and caprylyl glycol's emollient and preservative enhancement characteristics. This liquid system is particularly valued for its ability to provide effective preservation at low use levels (typically 0.5-1.5%) while maintaining a favorable sensory profile and supporting clean beauty formulations. Formulators choose this blend because it offers paraben-free, formaldehyde-free preservation with excellent stability across a wide pH range and compatibility with sensitive ingredients like proteins and natural extracts.
Technical Properties
pH Range
3.0-8.0
Optimal working range
Ionic Charge
nonionic
Molecular charge type
Viscosity Effect
neutral
Impact on formula thickness
Ingredient Compatibility
Works Well With
Avoid Combining
Sustainability Profile
Sustainability Score
Biodegradability
readily biodegradable
Source
mixed
Feedstock
Propanediol from corn-derived glycerin, phenylpropanol from synthetic/natural sources, caprylyl glycol from plant oils
Quick Reference
- Full INCI Name
- Propanediol (and) Phenylpropanol (and) Caprylyl Glycol
- Common Name
- Saliguard G-2
- Category
- preservatives
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