All-natural preservative formulation for perishable products

This technology is preservative that is comprised of a blend of natural ingredients that can be used in a wide range of cosmetics and personal care products.

Unmet Need: A natural alternative to synthetic preservatives

Synthetic preservatives are widely used in modern cosmetic and personal care products to prevent microbial growth and extend the shelf life of these products. However, the production of these synthetic chemicals leads to an increase in toxic chemical waste, raising concerns about their environmental impact. Additionally, some synthetic preservatives can mimic hormones, thereby adversely altering human health.

The Technology: A blend of natural ingredients with anti-microbial properties

This formulation is a composition of natural ingredients with anti-microbial properties that can be used as a preservative in a wide range of cosmetic and personal care products. This blend uses a combination of alcohols and botanical extracts and is more effective against microbial growth than commonly used synthetic paraben-based preservatives. Furthermore, the use of natural ingredients eliminates the environmental, regulatory, and health issues commonly associated with current synthetic preservative formulations.

Applications:

• Preservative in personal care products and cosmetics
• Oral care products for prevention of surface infection
• Medical care products, such as disinfectants and topical creams
• Veterinary antimicrobial products
• Natural cleaning supplies for surface disinfecting

Advantages:

• Uses natural ingredients
• No adverse environmental impact
• Can be added to current products without altering function or color

Lead Inventor:

Shanta M. Modak, Ph.D.

Patent Information:

Patent Issued (US 9,497,975)

Related Publications:

Tech Ventures Reference:

• IR CU12112-a

• Licensing Contact: Sara Gusik