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Benzoic Acid
PreservativepH AdjusterNaturalAlso known as: Benzenecarboxylic Acid, E210
A naturally occurring aromatic acid found in berries. Used as a preservative and pH adjuster in cosmetics.
Benefits
Preservative, antifungal, pH adjustment, occurs naturally in many botanicals.
How to Use
Present as a formulation ingredient.
Technical Details
pH Range2.0-5.0
Typical Concentrations0.1%-0.5%
Research Summary
GRAS status. Effective at acidic pH. Long history of safe use in food and cosmetics.
Cautions
Well tolerated at cosmetic concentrations. Can cause contact urticaria in rare cases.
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