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Phenoxyethanol

Phenoxyethanol
🔒 Preservative ↗

One of the most widely used cosmetic preservatives. Prevents bacterial and fungal contamination at low concentrations (0.5–1%).

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Safety: Safe up to 1%. Avoid in products for infants under 3 months.
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Comedogenic rating(likelihood of clogging pores)
0/5 — Will not clog pores
This ingredient disqualifies:
✗ Alcohol-free claims
Common names & aliases
2-Phenoxyethanol
Functions
🔒 Preservative
Prevents bacterial and fungal growth, keeping the formula safe to use.
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