INCI name:

Parfum

Description

Mintiol is a new mint-based multifunctional ingredient with antimicrobial, refreshing and soothing properties, able to act both as a complete preservative solution and as a booster of other preserving substances.

Origin

Natural

Application

• Personal care formulations

Mechanism of action 

Wide spectrum of activity against Gram +, Gram -, molds and yeasts in a pH range between 4.0 and 9.0.

Main charatteristics

• Wide spectrum of antimicrobial inhibition
• Excellent stability
• Mint scent
• Multifunctional: refreshing, soothing and antimicrobial
• Easy to use
• Natural origin 

Dosage

0.5-1.5 % asbooster
2% as a complete preservative solution

Form

Liquid

Toxicity tests

• Ocular irritation
• Skin irritation
• Patch test

• Formulation aid
• Lenitive