What is Benzyl Alcohol
Benzyl alcohol is a high quality aromatic compound, widely used in the formulation of cosmetic and personal care products. It is recognized for its preservative properties and its ability to enhance the aromatic characteristics of various formulations.
What is Benzyl Alcohol used for?
Benzyl alcohol is a versatile ingredient in the creation of natural cosmetics, with applications including:
- As a bacteriostatic preservative, used at 0.9% in hydroalcoholic mixtures to prolong the shelf life of cosmetic formulas.
- In perfumery, as a fixative and balancer to harmonize essential oils and aromatic fractions.
- In creams and lotions, to stabilize the formulation and enhance the efficacy of other active ingredients.
- In personal care products, to guarantee the freshness and quality of the product over time.
What are the benefits of Benzyl Alcohol?
Benzyl alcohol provides multiple benefits in terms of both functionality and sensory experience.
Main benefits:
- Natural preservative: Extends the shelf life of formulations by inhibiting bacterial growth.
- Aromatic fixative: Improves the stability of perfumes and balances the notes of essential oils.
- Versatility: Adaptable to a wide range of cosmetic and aromatic products.
- Antioxidant properties: Helps protect the integrity of formulations against deterioration.
Aromatic characteristics:
- Primary aroma: Intense bitter almonds.
- Secondary aroma: Benzoin of Fuso, warm and comforting.
- Tertiary aroma: Creamy aldehydic notes with soft touches of coumarin.
Benzyl alcohol is a key ingredient for those seeking stability, freshness and an enhanced aromatic experience in their cosmetic products. Its versatility and efficacy make it an indispensable resource for high quality formulations.
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