PhytoCide Lichen

Innovations in naturally derived antimicrobials have continued to advance as consumers push for alternatives to synthetic preservatives. The use of natural alternatives to prevent microbial growth is not as simple as an ingredient substitution.

Natural preservation requires special attention to formula details such as optimal pH, temperature, and charge. Current alternatives offer effective microbial protection under mild conditions of pH and temperature. Limited natural options are available for anionic systems. Lichens are a complex life form that is a symbiotic partnership of two separate organisms, a fungus and an alga. In symbiosis, we explore the antimicrobial ability of a lichen extract on anionic formulations for the cosmetic and personal care market. This active will also help protect your skin with antioxidant properties.

Benefits:

• Compatible in anionic systems
• Antimicrobial
• Antioxidant properties

Our products are for cosmetic and personal care formulations only; External Use Only. We recommend working with a chemist or a formulator if you’re not advanced in formulating.

Statements contained herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat and cure, or prevent disease.