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product_id: 254122128
title: "Water Soluble Natural Preservative (Optiphen) - 120ml - Broad Spectrum- Paraben-Free - Formaldehyde Free - Protection Against Microbial Growth - Great for Making soap, Lotion, Cream, Lip Balm etc."
brand: "halaleveryday"
price: "A$70"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 1
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/254122128-water-soluble-natural-preservative-optiphen-120ml-broad-spectrum-paraben-free
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
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# Paraben & formaldehyde free, ultra gentle Water soluble for seamless blending Broad spectrum microbial protection Water Soluble Natural Preservative (Optiphen) - 120ml - Broad Spectrum- Paraben-Free - Formaldehyde Free - Protection Against Microbial Growth - Great for Making soap, Lotion, Cream, Lip Balm etc.

**Brand:** halaleveryday
**Price:** A$70
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🧴 Preserve your formulations, protect your brand — naturally flawless!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Water Soluble Natural Preservative (Optiphen) - 120ml - Broad Spectrum- Paraben-Free - Formaldehyde Free - Protection Against Microbial Growth - Great for Making soap, Lotion, Cream, Lip Balm etc. by halaleveryday
- **How much does it cost?** A$70 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- halaleveryday enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted halaleveryday brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Broad Spectrum Defense:** Protects your creations against bacteria, yeast, and mold for lasting freshness
- • **Clean Beauty Certified:** Paraben-free and formaldehyde-free, aligning with modern clean skincare standards
- • **Safe for Sensitive Skin:** Gentle enough for lip balms and facial products, ensuring peace of mind
- • **Optimized Usage Efficiency:** Effective at low concentrations (0.5-1.5%), maximizing product value
- • **Effortless Formulation Integration:** Add directly pre- or post-emulsification up to 80°C for flexible manufacturing

## Overview

Optiphen is a clear, water-soluble natural preservative combining Phenoxyethanol and Caprylyl Glycol, offering broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection without parabens or formaldehyde. Ideal for soaps, lotions, creams, and lip balms, it integrates easily at temperatures up to 80°C and works best within a pH range of 4-8. Its gentle formula ensures safety for sensitive skin applications while maintaining product freshness and stability.

## Description

Optiphen Natural Preservative Optiphen is a unique paraben-free and formaldehyde-free liquid preservative system which consists of Phenoxyethanol in an emollient base of Caprylyl Glycol. Optiphen is a clear liquid preservative that can be easily added directly to the formulation during pre- or post-emulsification at or below 80 degrees C(176 degrees F). Optiphen works best with a pH between 4 and 8. Optiphen is compatible with most ingredients used in the personal care industry. Usage: Optiphen is a broad spectrum preservative. This clear to semi clear liquid can be easily added directly to the formulation during pre- or post-emulsification at or below 80 degrees C. Recommended use levels: 0.5 - 1.5%. The rate of application varies by product but in general 100 mg of product will only require about 1 mg of Optiphen.

## Features

- A very gentle preservative - Water soluble - Broad Spectrum
- Paraben free - Safe enough to use in lip balms and other facial products
- Formaldehydefree - This clear to semi clear liquid can be easily added directly to the formulation during pre- or post-emulsification at or below 60 degrees C.
- Best if used within one year from opening

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Manufacturer | HalalEveryDay |
| UPC | 680117994364 |
| Manufacturer reference | HEOPT4OZ |
| Package Dimensions | 14.4 x 6.1 x 4.6 cm; 113.4 g |
| ASIN | B07DNKSPKJ |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** HalalEveryDay
- **Item weight:** 4 Ounces
- **Item volume:** 120 Milliliters
- **Package information:** Bottle
- **Item form:** Balm, Cream

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can I use to for sugar scrubs? If so, how much?**
A: Yes.  Optiphen is great for sugar scrubs.  The amount of preservative should be about 1% of the total weight of the solution.  For example, 1lb of sugar scrub should have about 0.016 to 0.020 ounces or 6-7 drops of Optiphen.

**Q: Can i use this for a lip scrub? If so what would be the shelf life?**
A: Yes you can shelf life 12months

**Q: Whats the shelf life of this presevative ?**
A: Once the bottle is opened, the entire content should be used within 24 months.

**Q: What pathogens does it cover**
A: Gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria like strains of Staphylococci, Salmonella, Candida and E. Coli to name a few.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good
*by J***R on 6 May 2020*

Nice preservative, happy to use in my lotion

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*Last updated: 2026-03-08*