QUICK PRESERVATIVE PROFILE INCI Benzyl Alcohol (and) Salicylic Acid (and) Glycerin (and) Sorbic Acid Other Trade Names Geogard ECT, Plantaserv M, Mikrokill ECT Form Liquid Color Colorless Odor Almond-like aroma pH 3 to 8 Solubility Slightly water soluble Usage Rate 0.6% to 1% Ideal Temperature to Add Cool down phase under 45°C (113°F) Broad Spectrum Yes Ecocert Compliant Yes COSMOS Compliant Yes...

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 It was late last year when I accidentally discovered Mediself.ph on Shopee while looking for a specific cosmetic raw material that is very hard to find locally. Mediself.ph is an online supplier of natural cosmetic raw materials in the Philippines. I can say that this shop is a hidden gem for DIY cosmetic formulators because most of the raw materials they offer are being used in...

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 As a beginner cosmetic formulation student, I have started buying tools and equipment for my homebased cosmetic laboratory. My mini laboratory is still an ongoing project as there are items in this list that I don’t possess yet. However, if you are serious about being a cosmetic formulator, then here are the essential tools and equipment that you can start adding to your...

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