Dermosoft® Pentiol eco (INCI: Pentylene Glycol) is a naturally derived, multifunctional glycol. Produced from sugar cane bagasse—the fibrous byproduct of sugar extraction—it offers a powerful “circular economy” story by valorizing agricultural waste. As a direct “drop-in” natural alternative to petrochemical pentylene glycol, it provides identical performance and handling while significantly improving the sustainability profile of the finished formulation.
Key Benefits and Performance
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Total pH Independence: Unlike organic acid-based systems, its antimicrobial activity is not restricted by pH. This makes it an essential tool for high-pH formulations (pH >6.0) where traditional natural preservatives lose efficacy.
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Preservative Boosting: It delivers strong antimicrobial action against Gram-positive bacteria, Gram-negative bacteria, and yeasts. When paired with a synergistic partner (such as Dermosoft® anisate eco), it provides excellent coverage against moulds.
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Sensory Enhancement: It is highly valued for its ability to reduce tackiness in gels and emulsions, providing a smooth, sophisticated skin feel.
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Advanced Humectancy: As a high-performance skin conditioner, it binds moisture to the stratum corneum, improving hydration levels in leave-on products.
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Versatile Solvent & Dispersant: It improves the dispersion of pigments and UV filters while acting as a superior solvent for botanical extracts and active ingredients.
Formulation Guidelines
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Processing & Solubility: It is miscible with water in all proportions and soluble in polar ester oils. It is fully cold-processable and can be added at any stage of manufacturing.
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Broad Compatibility: It shows a remarkably low destabilization effect on emulsions and is compatible with surfactants, lecithin, perfumes, and complex active systems.
