Name: Pentiol Nat
SKU: D-1715

Description

Pentiol Nat - Green Innovation: Multifunctional Additive for Hydration and Natural Preservation

Pentiol Nat is a state-of-the-art cosmetic ingredient, 100% of plant origin (derived from corn or sugar cane), obtained through green chemistry processes. This multifunctional diol (natural Pentylene Glycol) is indispensable in modern "clean beauty" formulations, acting simultaneously as an excellent humectant, skin conditioner, and preservation booster. Due to its ability to inhibit the growth of microorganisms, Pentiol Nat allows for the reduction or even elimination of traditional preservatives, while offering a silky sensory experience and superior stability to the finished product.

Ingredients: Pentylene Glycol.

Characteristics

Appearance: Clear, colorless, practically odorless liquid.
Solubility: Completely water-soluble (mixes easily in water).
Purity: High cosmetic grade, with no traces of petrochemical solvents.
Origin: 100% natural and renewable, approved for organic cosmetics.

Main Properties

Preservation Booster: Enhances the efficacy of preservatives and antimicrobial agents, allowing for the creation of certain "preservative-free" formulas.
Humectant and Moisturizer: Retains moisture in the skin, improving hydration levels without leaving a sticky sensation.
Texture Agent: Improves the sensory profile of emulsions, offering a smooth application and fast absorption.
Solvent and Stabilizer: Helps dissolve other active ingredients and stabilizes compositions against phase separation.
Droplet Size: Reduces the size of oil droplets in emulsions, contributing to a creamier and more stable texture.

Usage Recommendations

General recommended dosage: 1% - 5%.
In general, a 5% dosage is sufficient to microbiologically stabilize a formula without requiring other preservatives. In combination with other preservatives (such as grapefruit seed extract or sodium benzoate), it is used between 1% and 3% for a strong synergistic effect.

Applications

Various skincare products: creams, lotions, serums, gels.
Products for sensitive skin or babies (due to its gentleness).
Cleansing products: shower gels, shampoos, micellar solutions.
Decorative cosmetics: foundation, mascara, primers.
Sun protection and after-sun products.

Formulation Guide

Procedure: It can be added both to the aqueous phase and in the final phase of the formulation.
Temperature: It is extremely heat-stable, withstanding heating processes of over 80°C.
pH Range: It is stable within a very wide pH range (from 3.0 to 10.0), unaffected by the acidity or alkalinity of the formula.
Technical tip: Use Pentiol Nat to pre-dissolve certain active powders (such as Allantoin, Hyaluronic Acid, or Ferulic Acid) before adding them to the main mixture.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is Pentiol Nat a preservative?
Technically, it is classified as a skin-conditioning agent and humectant; however, it has remarkable intrinsic antimicrobial properties that help protect the formula against bacteria and molds.

Can it completely replace classic preservatives?
Yes, at a 4-5% dosage, Pentiol Nat can ensure on its own the preservation of many types of cosmetic products, successfully passing Challenge Tests.

Is it the same thing as petroleum-derived Pentylene Glycol?
Chemically, it is the same molecule, but Pentiol Nat is obtained exclusively from renewable plant sources, making it sustainable and approved for bio cosmetics.

Safety in Use

Profile: Safe, biodegradable, non-irritating, and non-sensitizing ingredient. Well-tolerated by delicate skin.
Precautions: Product intended exclusively for external cosmetic use. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid direct contact with eyes in pure form. Do not ingest.
Storage: Store in the original packaging, at room temperature, away from moisture and direct light.

Bibliography and Sources

Documentation and technical information provided by the Manufacturer.
CosIng - European Commission Database for Cosmetic Substances and Ingredients.
International regulations regarding cosmetic ingredients (REACH, COSMOS).
Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products.