{"product_id":"geogard-221-geogard-221-liquid-pureactivesco-preservative-liquid-preservative-true-size-1000ml-pre-geo-1000-1000-shopify-3-deny-manual-338-00-true-true","title":"Geogard 221 Preservative (Cosmetic Grade)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"858\" data-start=\"467\"\u003eGeogard 221 is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"515\" data-start=\"484\"\u003ebroad-spectrum preservative\u003c\/strong\u003e made to keep your water-based products from spoiling (bacteria, yeast, mold). It’s one of those “quiet hero” ingredients: your formula can look perfect today, but without a preservative, it can start growing microbes fast—especially in \u003cstrong data-end=\"817\" data-start=\"752\"\u003ecreams, lotions, toners, shampoos, body wash, gels, and wipes\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1090\" data-start=\"860\"\u003eIt’s also a favorite for formulators who want a preservative option that’s \u003cstrong data-end=\"965\" data-start=\"935\"\u003eECOCERT \u0026amp; COSMOS compliant\u003c\/strong\u003e (and listed as NaTrue certified \/ Soil Association approved in supplier literature). \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1095\" data-start=\"1092\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1118\" data-start=\"1097\"\u003eWhat it’s best for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1482\" data-start=\"1119\"\u003eLotions, creams, body butters, facial moisturizers \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1212\" data-start=\"1209\"\u003eToners, gels, water-based serums, face\/body mists \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1304\" data-start=\"1301\"\u003eShampoo, conditioner, body wash, liquid hand soap \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1396\" data-start=\"1393\"\u003eWipes + many everyday personal care products \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1487\" data-start=\"1484\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1517\" data-start=\"1489\"\u003eHow to Use (step-by-step)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1568\" data-start=\"1518\"\u003eStep 1 — Make sure your pH is in the safe zone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1707\" data-start=\"1569\"\u003eGeogard 221 works best \u003cstrong data-end=\"1610\" data-start=\"1592\"\u003ebetween pH 2–7\u003c\/strong\u003e. Above pH 7, preservation strength can be compromised. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1759\" data-start=\"1709\"\u003eStep 2 — Add it near the end (easy + reliable)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2075\" data-start=\"1760\"\u003eSupplier guidance says it \u003cstrong data-end=\"1835\" data-start=\"1786\"\u003ecan be added at room or elevated temperatures\u003c\/strong\u003e, and it’s compatible with many processes. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1920\" data-start=\"1917\"\u003eBut for easiest success (and to reduce unnecessary loss of volatile components), most formulators add it in \u003cstrong data-end=\"2041\" data-start=\"2028\"\u003ecool-down\u003c\/strong\u003e once your batch is no longer hot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2110\" data-start=\"2077\"\u003eStep 3 — Use the right amount\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2206\" data-start=\"2111\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2149\" data-start=\"2111\"\u003eRecommended use level: 0.2% – 1.1%\u003c\/strong\u003e (as supplied). \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"2232\" data-start=\"2208\"\u003e“How much in 100g?”\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2438\" data-start=\"2233\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2276\" data-start=\"2233\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2276\" data-start=\"2235\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2250\" data-start=\"2235\"\u003e0.6% = 0.6g\u003c\/strong\u003e (common starting point)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2337\" data-start=\"2277\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2337\" data-start=\"2279\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2294\" data-start=\"2279\"\u003e0.8% = 0.8g\u003c\/strong\u003e (stronger protection for many emulsions)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2438\" data-start=\"2338\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2438\" data-start=\"2340\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2355\" data-start=\"2340\"\u003e1.0% = 1.0g\u003c\/strong\u003e (upper practical zone for many products) \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2443\" data-start=\"2440\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2488\" data-start=\"2445\"\u003ePro Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3078\" data-start=\"2489\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2625\" data-start=\"2489\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2625\" data-start=\"2491\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2543\" data-start=\"2491\"\u003eDon’t skip preservation in water-based products.\u003c\/strong\u003e If it contains water (or aloe juice\/hydrosols), it needs a preservative system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2774\" data-start=\"2626\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2774\" data-start=\"2628\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2657\" data-start=\"2628\"\u003eCheck your pH at the end.\u003c\/strong\u003e If your formula drifts above \u003cstrong data-end=\"2695\" data-start=\"2687\"\u003epH 7\u003c\/strong\u003e, this preservative may underperform. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2972\" data-start=\"2775\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2972\" data-start=\"2777\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2814\" data-start=\"2777\"\u003eExpect mild natural interactions:\u003c\/strong\u003e some anionic systems (like certain carbomers\/surfactants) may cause \u003cstrong data-end=\"2900\" data-start=\"2883\"\u003ediscoloration\u003c\/strong\u003e—always do a small test batch. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3078\" data-start=\"2973\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3078\" data-start=\"2975\"\u003eIf you’re making products to sell, do a \u003cstrong data-end=\"3039\" data-start=\"3015\"\u003emicro\/challenge 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