Optiphen Plus - Optiphen + Water Soluble and Very Gentle Preservative 4 Oz

I use this in my homemade lotion recipes and I've never had a problem with it going bad, and I keep it at room temp for months. If I use more water than oil in a recipe, or I add a lot of floral water, I will add Bulk Leucidal SF Natural Preservative along with the Optiphen Plus for extra protection. I've had my lotions hold up for 9 and 10 months without any problems because of these two preservatives, but can't comment on how it does any longer than that because my lotions don't last that long, as I have 3 daughters (ages 4,10,&13), and I make several pounds of lotion when we run out and 9-10 months is the longest one bottle lasted, only because I had body butter and lotion bars at the same time and the girls liked using those first because they liked the scent I used. I also make my own body wash, shampoo, foaming hand soap, conditioner, and hand sanitizer, and the Optiphen Plus seems to do great with all of those except the foaming hand soap. I've had to buy Germaben II for my foaming hand soaps or they go bad quickly and the color goes milky after a few days and it dries your hands out and the feel of it is off after a few days. Other than that, Optiphen Plus is my go to and it's a staple in all of my homemade products. I don't think I'll ever be without it, especially since everything I make is homemade, from household cleaners, to bath and body products.

Definitely recommend!! I have been using the preservative formula since about 2017 for my all natural skincare products I make. This preservative is very versatile, effective, and I find it simple to use compared other gentle preservatives that require more mixing, measuring, and formulating.

I use in my diy product. The size is too small for me but it does the job. Nothing rancid.

The number one reason for this purchase was for preserving all my water based DIY hair products. Great product, came highly recommended.

Arrived on time, and product was as described. I'm using it in Hialuronic Acid gel for home use. Works great, no side effects so far. I feel good knowing I'm not applying parabens on my face. Recommended!!!

Works great for my oil and water face lotion,

Very convenient and easy to use as I don't have to worry about temperature or phases. I'm free to add it at the water or emulsification phase. It's not very heat-sensitive (see instructions). And to top it all it's a natural preservative. I love it.

I ordered this to use in my aromatherapy blends that include water. So far I have used it in several batches of foaming hand soap and it works great.