Definitions for "Phenoxyethanol"
Petroleum based preservative.
Derived from roses, this is an aromatic ether alcohol. It is used as a preservative and a fragrance ingredient in cosmetic preparations.
Preservative used to protect against gram positive bacteria and considered to be in the alcohol family. According to our supplier it does not release formaldehyde. Phenoxyethanol must be used in conjunction with other preservatives to be effective.
Phenoxyethanol is an organic chemical compound often used in dermatological products such as skin creams. It is a bactericide, often used in place of sodium azide in biological buffers as 2-phenoxyethanol is less toxic and non-reactive with copper and lead.
A treatment that is used for diseases like Fin Rot and Cotton-wool Disease. It is a liquid that is added to the water in the treatment tank. It is sometimes called beta-phenoxy-ethyl alcohol.
Antibacterial agent and solvent. Extremely effective agent against bacteria that grow in water, and it is non-irritating to the skin.