Benzyl Alcohol
Benzyl Alcohol
Benzyl Alcohol
Benzyl Alcohol
Benzyl Alcohol
Benzyl Alcohol

Benzyl Alcohol

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INCI Name: Benzyl Alcohol

CAS Number:
100-51-6

Molecular Formula:
C₇H₈O

Appearance:
Clear, colorless liquid with a mild aromatic odor

Solubility:
Soluble in alcohol and water

 

Benzyl Alcohol is a versatile, aromatic alcohol widely used as a preservative, solvent, and fragrance ingredient in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and industrial formulations. Naturally found in many essential oils and fruits, it offers antimicrobial properties that help stabilise products and extend shelf life—especially when paired with other preservatives. It's commonly used in lotions, creams, serums, and rinse-off products due to its effectiveness and skin compatibility at low concentrations.

In addition to its preservative function, Benzyl Alcohol acts as a solvent for active ingredients and can be used as a fragrance fixative or viscosity reducer. It complies with global regulatory standards and is accepted in natural and organic formulations. Whether you're formulating clean beauty products or professional-grade cosmetics, Benzyl Alcohol is a reliable multifunctional ingredient with broad application potential.

 

Applications

Cosmetics & Personal Care:

  • Creams, lotions, and emulsions

  • Serums and gels

  • Shampoos and conditioners

  • Baby care and sensitive skin products

  • Organic and natural formulations

Pharmaceutical & Industrial:

  • Topical and injectable drug formulations (as a preservative)

  • Solvent for inks, dyes, and coatings

  • Fragrance fixative in perfumes and colognes


Key Benefits

  • Broad-spectrum preservative activity (often used with potassium sorbate or dehydroacetic acid)

  • Mild and non-irritating at recommended use levels

  • Low volatility, suitable for leave-on and rinse-off formulations

  • Enhances solubility of poorly soluble ingredients

  • Approved for use in natural/organic formulations

  • Fragrance-compatible, does not interfere with scent profiles


Formulation Notes

  • Typical usage rate:

    • As a preservative: 0.5–1.0%

    • As a solvent/fragrance carrier: up to 5%

  • Works best in combination with other preservatives

  • Stable in a wide pH range (3–8)

  • Compatible with most emulsifiers and surfactants

  • Heat stable—can be added during heated phases of production

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