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    What is it? Where does it come from? What are the benefits? How is it used in our products?

    What is it?

    Benzoic acid is an aromatic carboxylic acid commonly used as a preservative in skincare and cosmetic products. It is primarily used for its purifying properties, which can naturally inhibit the growth of harmful pathogens in formulations, thus extending the shelf life of products.

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    Benzoic acid is an aromatic carboxylic acid commonly used as a preservative in skincare and cosmetic products. It is primarily used for its purifying properties, which can naturally inhibit the growth of harmful pathogens in formulations, thus extending the shelf life of products.

    Where does it come from?

    Benzoic acid is naturally found in several plants, such as cranberries, prunes, plums, and cinnamon. A stabilized version is commonly used in the beauty industry to ensure consistency and purity.

    What are the benefits?

    PROTECTING SOOTHING GENTLE

    What are the benefits?

    • Purifying Properties: Can naturally inhibit the growth of harmful pathogens in skincare products, extending their shelf life.
    • Preservative: An effective preservative, maintaining the product’s quality and safety by inhibiting the growth of pathogens.
    • Skin Conditioning: Provides mild conditioning benefits, which can keep the skin soft and smooth.
    • Soothing: Offers mild soothing properties that can calm skin irritation and redness.
    • Gentle on Skin: Generally well-tolerated and considered safe for most skin types, including sensitive skin, when used at appropriate concentrations.

    How is it used in our products?

    Benzoic acid is used in F10 Olive Core Face Peeling , F05 Antioxidant Face Cream , B13 Anti Aging Hand Cream , B15 Anti Aging Body Cream , B20 Softening Foot Balm , B52 Grapefruit Rose Body Balm , B54 Cinnamon Ginger Body Balm , and H22 Hair and Scalp Treatment from OLIVEDA.  It is included for its purifying properties that can maintain the efficacy of the products by inhibiting the growth of pathogens. Additionally, benzoic acid's gentle skin-conditioning and soothing benefits make it a valuable component in our formulations to soothe and protect the skin.