# Phenoxyethanol

INCI: Phenoxyethanol
Category: Preservation

> Broad-spectrum preservative that protects the formula from bacterial and fungal contamination, used well within EU safety limits.

## What it does

A globally trusted preservative that protects your serum from bacterial and fungal contamination, ensuring consistent quality and safety from first pump to last.

## Why we chose it

No preservative system means unsafe skincare. We chose Phenoxyethanol because it has been extensively tested over decades, is well-tolerated by sensitive skin, and performs at concentrations well within EU safety limits. Combined with Ethylhexylglycerin, it forms a complete paraben-free preservation system.

## Key benefits

Protects your serum from bacterial and fungal contamination throughout its life. Ensures consistent quality and safety from first pump to last. Well-tolerated by all skin types, including sensitive skin. Enables a paraben-free, minimal preservative system.

## Science notes

Broad-spectrum antimicrobial. EU maximum permitted concentration in cosmetics: 1.0%. Our formulations are well within this limit. Works in synergy with Ethylhexylglycerin for comprehensive protection. Extensively safety-tested with decades of use in cosmetics globally. CIR Expert Panel assessed as safe. Does not bioaccumulate. Stable across the pH range of our formulations (5.5 to 6.5).

## Found in

- COLLAGEN INFUSION - https://www.firstbeautylab.com/en/products/collagen-infusion
- HYALURON PURE - https://www.firstbeautylab.com/en/products/hyaluron-pure
- Hydrate & Glow Duo - https://www.firstbeautylab.com/en/products/hydrate-glow-duo
- Lift & Smooth Duo - https://www.firstbeautylab.com/en/products/lift-smooth-duo
- Renew & Repair Duo - https://www.firstbeautylab.com/en/products/renew-repair-duo
- SILK NIACINAMIDE - https://www.firstbeautylab.com/en/products/silk-niacinamide

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Source: https://www.firstbeautylab.com/en/ingredients/phenoxyethanol