Evicide® G 5 eco (INCI: Pentylene Glycol) is a 100% naturally derived, multifunctional glycol. Produced from renewable sugar cane or corn bagasse, it serves as a sustainable, bio-based alternative to petroleum-derived glycols. This versatile ingredient is a cornerstone of “Green Chemistry” because it combines powerful antimicrobial boosting with deep skin hydration. Unlike many natural actives, it is fully water-soluble and remains stable across an exceptionally broad range of formulation types.
Key Benefits and Performance
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Broad-Spectrum Preservation Booster: It delivers potent antimicrobial activity against bacteria, yeast, and mould. It is widely used to enhance existing preservation systems, allowing formulators to reduce the overall “preservative load” in a product.
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Complete pH Independence: One of its greatest advantages is that it works at any pH level. This makes it a rare and flexible choice for high-pH cleansers or neutral serums where traditional natural acids would fail.
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High-Performance Humectant: It acts as an effective moisturizer by binding water to the skin. It improves moisture retention and provides a smooth, non-tacky finish to finished formulations.
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Skin-Friendly Refatting Agent: Beyond hydration, it functions as a mild refatting agent. It improves the “skin feel” of rinse-off products and emulsions, leaving the skin feeling conditioned rather than stripped.
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Excellent Solvent Power: It is a superior solvent and carrier for active ingredients. It helps stabilize botanical extracts and improves the skin penetration of other high-value actives.
