Phenoxyethanol — Skincare Ingredient
Phenoxyethanol
Prevents bacterial + fungal contamination
What is Phenoxyethanol?
Glycol ether preservative — most-used broad-spectrum preservative in modern cosmetics.
What Phenoxyethanol Does
- Prevents bacterial + fungal contamination
- Replaces parabens
- Effective at <1%
Skin Type Compatibility
How well Phenoxyethanol works for each skin type:
How to Use Phenoxyethanol
Phenoxyethanol in Our Catalog
- La Roche-Posay48
- CeraVe44
- Neutrogena43
- Paula's Choice42
- Eucerin39
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phenoxyethanol?
Glycol ether preservative — most-used broad-spectrum preservative in modern cosmetics.
What does Phenoxyethanol do for skin?
Prevents bacterial + fungal contamination Replaces parabens Effective at <1%
Is Phenoxyethanol safe during pregnancy?
Yes — Phenoxyethanol is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
What skin types is Phenoxyethanol good for?
Phenoxyethanol works well for All formulations.
How do I use Phenoxyethanol?
Allowed up to 1% (EU/US/AU). Pregnancy-safe at topical doses. Very low irritation profile.
What is the comedogenic rating of Phenoxyethanol?
Phenoxyethanol has a comedogenic rating of 0/5 — non-comedogenic, safe for acne-prone skin.
What is the irritation potential of Phenoxyethanol?
Phenoxyethanol has an irritation risk score of 1/5 — low, usually well-tolerated.
Related Ingredients
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