Lexgard® GH 70 Natural

Lexgard® GH70 Natural (INCI: Glyceryl Heptanoate) is a 100% natural, ultra-mild multifunctional glyceryl ester. Derived from plant-based feedstocks (Castor and Coconut), it is designed as a high-performance building block for customized “Hurdle Technology” preservation systems. This innovative ingredient is significantly milder to the skin than traditional preservation components, making it an ideal choice for sensitive skin, facial care, and baby care applications.

Key Benefits and Performance

• Bacteriostatic Control: Provides targeted antimicrobial activity, primarily controlling both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.

• Ultra-Mild Profile: Engineered for superior skin compatibility

• Preservation Mechanism: As a medium-chain amphiphilic compound, it interacts with microbial cell membranes (lipid bilayers), enhancing permeability and creating a hostile environment for growth.

• Multifunctional Efficacy: Beyond its antimicrobial role, it functions as a skin-conditioning agent, emulsifying agent, and wetting agent, contributing to improved formula aesthetics.

Formulation Guidelines

• Broad-Spectrum Strategy: To achieve comprehensive protection, it must be used in combination with a yeast and mould control agent (e.g., Caprylhydroxamic Acid).

• pH Range: Maintains efficacy across a wide operational window, register to find out.

• Clarity: Ideal for clear formulations; however, for crystal-clear systems, a solubilizer (such as LexSolv™ Essential) is recommended.