Ethylhexylglycerin is a multifunctional preservative booster and skin-friendly active that enhances the efficacy of preservative systems. By reducing the surface tension of microbial cell walls and inhibiting bacterial activity, it helps preservatives work more efficiently and rapidly, ensuring longer-lasting product safety.
Supplied as a colorless transparent liquid, Ethylhexylglycerin is soluble in both alcohol and oil, making it suitable for a wide range of formulations, including creams, serums, lotions, and other oil- or alcohol-based skincare products. With a recommended usage of 0.2–2.0%, it provides effective preservative enhancement while maintaining formulation stability.
Ethylhexylglycerin — ZLEY®BIOCARE-ZEHG
| INCI: | Ethylhexylglycerin |
| Properties: | By reducing the surface tension of the cell wall of microorganisms and bacterial activities, making the preservative system more effective and faster. |
| Appearance: | Colorless transparent liquid |
| Recommended dosage: | 0.2-2.0% |
| Solubility: | Soluble in alcohol, soluble in oil |
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What is ethylhexylglycerin?
Ethylhexylglycerin is a multifunctional cosmetic ingredient derived from glycerin. It is widely used for its skin-conditioning properties and its ability to enhance the performance of preservative systems in cosmetic formulations.
What is ethylhexylglycerin used for?
Ethylhexylglycerin is commonly used in skincare, hair care, and personal care products as a preservative booster, deodorizing agent, and skin-conditioning ingredient. It helps improve product stability while maintaining a pleasant skin feel.
How does ethylhexylglycerin work in formulations?
Ethylhexylglycerin works by improving the effectiveness of preservatives and by reducing the growth of odor-causing microorganisms. It also contributes to smoother texture and enhanced sensory performance in finished products.
Is ethylhexylglycerin suitable for sensitive skin?
Ethylhexylglycerin is generally well tolerated and is frequently used in formulations designed for sensitive skin. However, individual skin responses may vary, and patch testing is recommended.
Is ethylhexylglycerin safe for cosmetic use?
Ethylhexylglycerin is considered safe for cosmetic use when formulated within recommended concentration limits and in compliance with applicable cosmetic regulations.
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Preservative booster
ZLEY®BIOCARE-ZEHG at a glance
ZLEY®BIOCARE-ZEHG is supplied for preservative formulation development. By reducing the surface tension of the cell wall of microorganisms and bacterial activities, making the preservative system more effective and faster.
- INCI
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- CAS
- Not publicly specified — confirm against the current SDS/TDS
- Content / purity
- Grade-specific; confirm the current TDS specification and batch COA
- Appearance
- Colorless transparent liquid
- Recommended dosage
- 0.2-2.0%
- Solubility
- Soluble in alcohol, soluble in oil
Formulation and purchasing details View 10 additional specifications
- Addition phase
- Oil phase or a validated oil pre-dissolution route; verify the current TDS order of addition
- Processing temperature
- Not publicly specified — confirm grade-specific processing limits in the current TDS
- pH
- Not publicly specified — confirm supplied-grade and finished-formula requirements
- Stability
- Validate compatibility, accelerated/real-time stability and final packaging in the finished formulation
- Storage
- Follow the current SDS/TDS and keep the material sealed under the stated storage conditions
- Shelf life
- Confirm against the current TDS and supplied batch documentation
- Applications
- PRESERVATIVE formulations; confirm finished-product fit and target-market requirements
- Packaging
- Pack size is grade/order specific; confirm on the current quotation and specification
- MOQ
- Available on request; confirm grade, pack size, lead time and destination with ZLEY sales
- TDS / SDS / COA
- TDS linked; SDS linked; Batch-specific COA available on request
Values marked for confirmation are intentionally not estimated. Request the current grade-specific TDS/SDS and batch COA before scale-up or purchase.
Technical documents
Product FAQ
What is ZLEY®BIOCARE-ZEHG?
ZLEY®BIOCARE-ZEHG is supplied for preservative formulation development. By reducing the surface tension of the cell wall of microorganisms and bacterial activities, making the preservative system more effective and faster. The declared INCI is: Ethylhexylglycerin.
What is the recommended use level for ZLEY®BIOCARE-ZEHG?
The published or currently recorded use level is 0.2-2.0%. Final use level must be checked against the current TDS, the complete formula, target-market rules and finished-product testing.
How should ZLEY®BIOCARE-ZEHG be incorporated?
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol, soluble in oil. Addition phase: Oil phase or a validated oil pre-dissolution route; verify the current TDS order of addition. Processing temperature: Not publicly specified — confirm grade-specific processing limits in the current TDS.
Which technical and purchasing documents are available?
TDS is linked on this page; SDS is linked on this page; request the batch-specific COA. Packaging and MOQ are order-specific and should be confirmed with ZLEY sales before purchase.
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