Chemynol F
Traditional preservative
Traditional preservative with a broad spectrum of bacteriostatic action, highly effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
INCI
Phenoxyethanol
Applications
Softener, Lipsticks, Conditioner, Creams, Detergent, Emulsion, Mouthwash, Gel, Gloss, Liquid, Lotion, Treatment mask, Oil, Toothpaste, Powder, Soap, Serum, Shampoo
% of Use
0.25% to 1.0%
Benefits
Traditional preservative
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Related Terms
- preservative system
- paraben
- traditional preservative
- preservative
Answer your questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chemynol® F and what is its main function in cosmetics?
Chemynol® F is a liquid preservative for cosmetic products and topical pharmaceutical preparations, composed of phenoxyethanol (INCI Name: Phenoxyethanol). Its main function is to act as a traditional and effective bacteriostatic agent against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, with particular efficacy against Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
What is the chemical composition and INCI Name of the ingredient?
The active ingredient in Chemynol® F is phenoxyethanol, whose International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI) name is Phenoxyethanol.
What is the antimicrobial spectrum of Chemynol® F?
Chemynol® F exhibits bacteriostatic activity against Gram-positive bacteria, such as Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermis, and Staphylococcus faecalis, as well as Gram-negative bacteria, including Escherichia coli, Proteus vulgaris, Salmonella typhimurium, Enterobacter gergoviae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Pseudomonas fluorescens, and Pseudomonas putida.
Its broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity is enhanced when combined with parabens or other antifungal active ingredients.