Questions on Preservatives

Hello!
How do I know if an all natural product needs a preservative for retail?

Is there a safe all natural preservative?

Do you know of any online classes for all natural skin care products?
Would a Pure Aloe Vera Gel product need a preservative ?

Thank you,
DeAnna

Hi DeAnna,

Thanks for writing.

How do I know if an all natural product needs a preservative for retail?
If a product contains water there is a very good chance that it will grow microbes. Always do a CTFA challenge test for any unique product that you make and an inexpensive plate test for variations.

Is there a safe all natural preservative?
pH can be adjusted, sugar or salt or soap at 20% or more concentration kills germs.

Do you know of any online classes for all natural skin care products?
Do not sorry!

Would a Pure Aloe Vera Gel product need a preservative?
Yes – typically potassium sorbate is used.

Best!

Soapman

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