Leucidal SF Max Natural Preservative

Leucidal® SF MAX is the latest iteration of Leucidal® line. Optimizing the fermentation process to tighten the specification for bacteriocins, Leucidal® SF MAX provides broad-spectrum antimicrobial results with an increased degree of confidence.

Consumer choice is the most critical factor when it comes to cosmetic sales. Today, a growing number of consumers are opting to move away from synthetic preservatives such as parabens, formaldehyde donors, and phenoxyethanol. In addition to public pressure, the use of these synthetic materials in cosmetics is also becoming more strictly regulated. For these reasons, formulators have been actively searching for alternatives to synthetic preservatives that can provide broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity and can be added to a wide range of cosmetic applications.

A complete line of products was developed and derived from naturally occurring compounds that provide broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection. As a result, these novel natural antimicrobials are considered self-preserving cosmetic actives and therefore can be used as consumer-friendly alternatives to synthetic preservatives in a wide range of cosmetic applications.

Leucidal® SF MAX is a powerful probiotic-based ingredient created by the fermentation of Lactobacillus in a defined growth medium. Lactobacillus is one of the species of microorganisms used to produce fermented products, such as kimchi and sauerkraut, a Korean dietary staple, from cabbage. Like many members of the lactic acid bacteria family, Lactobacillus can restrict the growth of other microorganisms by acidifying its environment. However, Lactobacillus also produces novel antimicrobial peptides, known as bacteriocins, that are capable of providing broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection. capable of restricting the growth of other microorganisms by acidifying their environment.

However, Lactobacillus also produces novel antimicrobial peptides, known as bacteriocins, that are capable of providing broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection. During the manufacturing process, lysozyme is added to the ferment filtrate to facilitate controlled cell lysis to ensure the release of the antimicrobial peptides for maximized activity.

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INCI Nomenclature: Lactobacillus Ferment
Appearance: Clear to Hazy, Colorless to Yellow Liquid
Solubility: Water Soluble
Applications: Skin Conditioning, Antimicrobial
pH: 4.0-11.0
Suggested Use Levels: 2.0-4.0%
Leucidal® SF Max can be used in a wide range of cosmetic products, however, to ensure optimum results we recommend using the following guidelines. Incorporate the product into formulations at a pH between 3 and 8, during the cooling phase of the process at temperatures lower than 70°C.

We always recommend that every formula undergo stability and microbial testing to ensure adequate preservation.

Storage: Protected from direct light and humidity at a temperature of 50°-77°F (10°-25°C)
Shelf life: 12 months, properly stored, in a sealed container.
This product should be added to a formulation at the recommended usage rate

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