Product Overview
Gluconolactone is a second-generation PHA with organic acid preservation-boosting functionality. As a preservation booster, it provides broad-spectrum antibacterial activity, effectively inhibits fungal growth, and is gentle with low irritation to skin, making it suitable for sensitive skin formulations.
Product Features:
2nd Generation AHA — Gentle preservation booster with AHA properties
Broad-Spectrum Antimicrobial — Effectively inhibits bacterial and fungal growth
Antifungal — Particularly effective at inhibiting fungal growth
Wide pH range — remains stable across a broad pH range
Low Irritation — Gentle and minimally irritating to the skin
Suitable for Sensitive Skin — Ideal for sensitive skin and baby & child formulations
Recommended dosage: 0.5%–14.0%
| INCI Name | Category | Antimicrobial Spectrum | System Characteristics | Recommended Dosage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gluconolactone / Gluconolactone | Organic Acid Preservation Systems, Preservation Enhancer | Broad-spectrum antibacterial, antifungal | Wide pH compatibility, low irritation, suitable for sensitive skin | 0.5–14.0% |
Applicable System Rating
| Leave-on | Rinse-off | Make up | Oral care | Baby care | Female care | Wet wipes | Home care |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ |
Application Guide
Suitable for: leave-on formulas (lotions, serums, creams), rinse-off formulas (shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers), color cosmetic formulas, oral care products, baby care products, intimate care products, wet wipes, etc.
Gluconolactone, as a second-generation PHA, offers gentle preservation-boosting properties, broad-spectrum antibacterial and antifungal efficacy, wide pH compatibility, low irritation, and suitability for sensitive skin formulations. Recommended dosage 0.5%~14.0%, with a broad range adjustable based on specific formulation systems, target preservation requirements, and microbial challenge test results. As a preservation booster, it is recommended to use in combination with broad-spectrum preservatives to enhance overall preservation performance.