Phenoxyethanol

Product Group : Preservative

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Phenoxyethanol exhibits a wide range of antimicrobial activity and has been widely used as a preservative in cosmetic products for decades.

Sources of Exposure: Personal care products, cosmetics, home cleaning products

Health Impacts: A safety review published by the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology in 2019 says that concentrations up to 1% are safe. However, phenoxyethanol has also been linked to allergic reactions and is linked with organ system toxicity.

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