{"product_id":"leucidal-sf-max","title":"Leucidal SF Max","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLeucidal® SF Max Broad-Spectrum Anti-Microbial\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCruelty-Free + Gluten-Free + Vegan + Salicylic-Free\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA powerful, all-natural broad-spectrum antimicrobial alternative to synthetic preservatives\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the serious lotion crafter, use it in combination with gluconolactone to preserve your products like Burt's Bees natural skincare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eAvailable in two sizes, 4 oz. Black leakproof dropper bottle and 16 oz. White jug!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurt's Bees was the front-runner in using a Lactobacillus Ferment, an all-natural alternative to synthetic preservatives. Burt's Bees uses a combination of Lactobacillus Ferment with Gluconolactate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow, you can protect your homemade skincare and cosmetic formulations with Leucidal\u003cspan\u003e® SF \u003c\/span\u003eMax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a 2-4% concentration of Leucidal® SF Max to your \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/formulas\" title=\"DIY skincare or cosmetic \nformulation\"\u003eDIY skincare or cosmetic formulation\u003c\/a\u003e to increase its shelf life. Blend until well mixed. Leucidal\u003cspan\u003e®\u003c\/span\u003e SF Max may be hazy. To reduce haze, bring it to room temperature before adding it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider adding a preservative like Gluconate with Sodium Benzoate for protection against yeast and mold. When finished, store it in the fridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLactobacillus is a probiotic ferment from the lactic acid bacteria family. It works by acidifying the environment and restricting the growth of microorganisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the Leucidal line-up, a natural range of cosmetic products to protect your skincare. Leucidal produces novel antimicrobial peptides and broad-spectrum antimicrobial results for formulators to use in their skincare recipes. Leucidal Liquid is the original version. SF is the salicylic-free version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Recipes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to learn how to make your own products? Explore our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/formulas\" title=\"non-synthetic \nanti-microbial protection.\"\u003eDIY formulas\u003c\/a\u003e for anti-aging oils, serums, scrubs, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can add Leucidal® SF Max to any of these and keep it fresh and free of bacteria, yeast, and mold for quite some time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo keep your cosmetics fresh for longer periods, follow our directions for \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-add-a-serum-booster\" title=\"How \nto add a preservative.\"\u003eadding a serum booster\u003c\/a\u003e. But then, it's the same process!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Video of Naturally Preserve your Anti-Aging Serum\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/u-4kAjSLTQc\" width=\"300\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with a wide range of cosmetic formulations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eskincare products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehair care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epersonal care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esoap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elotion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etoners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecreams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore at room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 4-ounce size would make 200 ounces with a 2% concentration. At a 4% concentration, it would create approximately a 100-ounce batch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 16-ounce white jug is large enough to make about 800 ounces with a 2% concentration. At a 4% concentration, it would create approximately a 400-ounce batch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeucidal® SF Max is a trademark of Active Micro Technologies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Skin Perfection","offers":[{"title":"4 oz. black glass bottle","offer_id":37402664763557,"sku":"SPO-LeucidalSFMax","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16 oz. white jug","offer_id":37402664796325,"sku":"SPO-LeucidalSFMax-16oz","price":79.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz. Black Glass Bottle","offer_id":49624719622384,"sku":"SPO-LeucidalSFMax-4oz","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0069\/7719\/1993\/files\/leucidal-sf-max-4oz-black-dropper.jpg?v=1792105866","url":"https:\/\/nituralorganicskincare.com\/products\/leucidal-sf-max","provider":"Skin Perfection Natural and Organic Skin Care","version":"1.0","type":"link"}