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Antimicrobial Activity and Fragrance  Posted: December 22, 2008
Symrise has launched a multifunctional ingredient that serves as
a moisturizer, a fragrance and an antimicrobial agent. SymTriol
(INCI: Caprylyl Glycol (and) 1,2 Hexanediol (and) Methylbenzyl
Alcohol) can be used in a range of cosmetic products, according
to the company.  The product is reportedly a synergistic,
patent-pending blend of 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-hexanediol and
methylbenzyl alcohol. 1,2-Octanediol and 1,2-hexanediol are
moisturizers with broad spectrum antimicrobial activity.
Methylbenzyl alcohol is a nature-identical compound that is used
in perfumes and also exhibits antifungal effects, which enhance
the antimicrobial properties of the 1,2-alkanediol blend.  The
ingredient reportedly allows manufacturers to reduce the amount
of preservatives such as parabens and formaldehyde donors in
formulations. It is a clear