Iscaguard preservatives are formulated to offer broad spectrum protection using optimised and innovative synergistic blends.

Iscaguard® PEG

Iscaguard® PEG is a preservative blend, suitable for preservice both rinse-off and leave-on products.

It consists of Phenoxyethanol, a versatile, widely used preservative for personal care formulations and triethylene glycol which increases the effectiveness by lowering the surface tension in order to enhance the activity at the cell membranes of microorganisms. Iscaguard® PEG has a broad, balanced spectrum of activity against bacteria, yeasts, mould and fungi.

INCI name: 

Phenoxyethanol, Triethylene Glycol

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In use concentrations vary according to the formulation type and other ingredients present. The correct use dosage should be determined by microbial challenge testing of the finished formulation. ISCA UK offers FREE challenge testing to our customers. Download the Iscaguard app:
 

 

Iscaguard® PEG

Advantages

  • Paraben Free
  • Thiazolinone Free
  • Formaldehyde Free
  • can be used independent of the pH of the formulations as it is recommended up to pH 9

Applications

  • Shampoo, Shower gel (Rinse-off)
  • Creams, Lotions (Leave-on)
  • O/W emulsions
  • W/O emulsions 
  • Wet wipes
  • Lip care 
  • Oral Care
  • Eye Care
  • Children under 3

Discover the range

ISCA offer a range of additives that are considered either natural, renewable or preservative free, yet offer preservative boosting efficacy. Some products are compliant with Ecocert and COSMOS standards. Check out the ISCA brochure for more on the range:

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