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Cosmetic Preservatives: Beyond the Fear and Into the Future

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Kevin James Bennett
Jul 16, 2025
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Let's discuss something that's often taken for granted…until it fails:
Cosmetic Preservatives.
Yeah, I know – the most contentious topic in beauty, but stick with me here, I have lots of FACTUAL information for you.
These unsung heroes are often misunderstood (phenoxyethanol), some are demonized (parabens), but they literally keep your favorite cosmetic products (makeup, skincare, haircare, SPF) safe to use, and there's way more to their story than all the fear-mongering internet drama would have you believe.

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