Aromastat™

Aromastat™ is a combination of multifunctional components for broad-spectrum microbial protection or preservation system.

Brand: Aromastat (1 products)

INCI Name: Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Glycerin, Phenethyl Alcohol

Functions: Anti-Microbial Agent, Preservative

Ingredient Origin: Synthetic

Benefit Claims: Antimicrobial, Broad pH Stability, Cleansing

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable, Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Cruelty-Free, Formaldehyde releasing substances-free, Halal, Kosher, MIT-free, Palm Oil-free, Palm free, Paraben-free, Phenoxyethanol-free, Preservative-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Vegan

Certifications & Compliance: Halal, IECIC (China), Kosher

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Identification & Functionality

Carrier
INCI Name
Ingredient Origin
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Technologies
Product Families
Primary Feedstocks
  • Coconut
  • Petrochemical

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Labeling Claims
Product Features & Benefits
  • Broad pH range
  • Effective in emulsions, creams, and lotions in addition to surfactant-based products such as shower gels, facial cleansers and shampoos
  • Broad spectrum performance
  • Free of parabens, formaldehyde donors, MIT, phenoxyethanol, and other traditional preservatives
Micro Summary
  • Controls bacteria (gram +/-), yeast, and mold
  • Pass results with industry standard tests: EP-A, USP51, and PCPC
  • Pass results with recommended use level at pH 4-8: 1.0 - 1.5% (w/w)

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Application Format
Bath & Shower Applications
Hair Care Applications
Skin Care Applications
Use Level
1 - 1.5% (O/W emulsion), 1 - 1.5% (Cleansers), 1 - 1.5% (Wipe juices)
Instruction for Use
  • Gently heat to 45 - 50°C and mix well before using.
  • Add to water phase (below 80°C) or during cool down phase (~40°C).

Properties

Physical Form

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Chemical Inventories
Standards & Certifications
  • Biodegradable
  • Clean Beauty Preferred
  • Non-palm Derived
  • Kosher Compliant
  • China IECIC Listed
  • Vegan & Cruelty-free
  • Halal Certified
  • ChemFORWARD SAFER

Technical Details & Test Data

Science Behind

This alternative preservation system employs the Hurdle Technology approach, utilizing a combination of multifunctional ingredients to create a hostile environment for microbial growth.

Aromastat™ includes the following multifunctional components to create a complete broad-spectrum preservation system:

  • Caprylhydroxamic Acid: A 100% natural organic acid and chelating agent that prevents the growth of yeast and mold in the formulation. Unlike most organic acids used in preservation, caprylhydroxamic acid remains undissociated at neutral pH.
  • Phenethyl alcohol: A carrier for ease of formulation that prevents the growth of bacteria in the formulation.
  • Glycerin: A 100% natural humectant that acts as a carrier for ease of formulation. Glycerin also reduces water activity for preservation effects.