Name Phenonip Description Phenonip is a tradename for a preservative blend that's made up of Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben Benefits Prevents bacterial growth in water-based formulas. Considerations • Improperly Disclosed Formula
If a product is listing phenonip in the ingredients, it's most likely an inexperienced formulator that is not familiar with FDA labeling requirements. • Endocrine Disruption
Both phenoxyethanol and parabens are linked to endocrine disruption/reproductive problems. • Breast Cancer
Parabens have been found to accumulate in breast cancer tissue as well as inducing cancer-promoting signaling. • Ethoxylated Chemical
Phenoxyethanol is an ethoxylated chemical, meaning it's created with carcinogenic ethylene oxide. Traces of ethylene oxide and its carcinogenic by-product 1,4-dioxane can remain in the product. Research Sources https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/parabens.pdf
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8834979/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666765722001600 https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/7184 https://lotioncrafter.com/products/phenonip Summary Endocrine disruption, improper ingredient disclosure
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