Provides broad spectrum antimicrobial activity against bacteria, yeast, and mold. The combination of sorbic acid and phenoxyethanol provides broad spectrum preservation against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, yeast, and mold. Caprylyl glycol acts as a humectant and conditioning agent in skin care formulations.

The presence of caprylyl glycol in the blend imparts outstanding emolliency in addition to moisturization.