Preservatives

Elixi-KON PSB

  • Cas No- 532-32-1; 24634-61-5; 7732-18-5
  • INCI.- Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Aqua

Elixi-KON PSB is a liquid preservative suitable for rinse-off and leave-on applications with pH up to 5.5. Its efficiency is increased by reducing the pH value. It is a broad-spectrum preservative compatible with cosmetics ingredients in general.

Elixi-KON PSB is a preservative which can be used in cosmetic emulsion systems such as skin care creams and lotions, in wet wipes, make-up, or in surfactant-based products such as shower gels, facial cleansers, and shampoos.
Prolonged heating periods > 80°C must be avoided. We recommend to add Elixi-KON PSB in the cooling phase, in temperatures below 40 °C.

Recommended use concentration

0.50 % - 1.50 %

Solubility

Soluble in water and most polar organic solvents.

Specifications

Appearance Clear yellowish brownish liquid
pH 8 - 10

Benefits
• Broad spectrum efficacy
• Suitable for certified natural cosmetics
• Effective in pH up to 5.5
• Easy to use liquid ingredient
• Effective in anionic, cationic and non-ionic systems

APPLICATIONS

Cosmetics

  • Skin care
  • Liquid soaps
  • Shampoo
  • Wet wipes
  • Rinse-off
  • Sensitive
  • Leave-on
  • Natural products