DHA stability

cossci21cossci21 Member
in Formulating
Hi Everyone,

Just wanted to check what pH DHA is most stable at in creams. Also does it react with phenoxyethanol? What are suitable preservatives?

Thanks

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  • MicroformulationMicroformulation Member, Professional Chemist
    DHA is most stable at a pH in the range of 4. Over time the cream will migrate down to about 3.9 pH. It will preserve with phenoxyethanol. It does react with proteins and iron oxides. It works best with nonionic emulsifiers.

    I have had good results with PE9010 as a preservative.

    I have made too many of these products to count. The real secret is treating your DHA as an expendable. Keep it refrigerated until you use it.
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  • MarkBroussardMarkBroussard Member, Professional Chemist
    You might also consider adding some 1,2-Pentylene Glycol to your formulation.
    Chemist/Microbiologist formulating in the Organic & Naturals arena under ECOCert/Natural Products Assn/Whole Foods/National Organic Program guidelines focused skincare & haircare products. 

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  • cossci21cossci21 Member
    Thanks for that. I am not sure why i was told not to use phenoxyethanoll then as a preservative.
    cheers
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