| abstract |
The present invention relates to light insensitive and thermally stable antimicrobial formulations of electrolytically generated transition metal ions. The specific combination of metal ions gives it a broad spectrum anti-microbial ability against potentially pathogenic bacteria, virus, fungi, mold, mildew and antibiotic resistant species. The low viscosity formulations of the present invention are easy to be dosed, stand alone preservatives, providing a big change in the cosmetics and food industry. These eco-friendly formulations are effective alternatives to formaldehyde donors and parabens, with high bioavailability in water and oily phases. The alcohol and surfactants free formulations are effective in very small doses. Since, no organometallics or salts are used as the metal source in the present invention, this makes the formulations safe for sensitive applications such as in the cosmetics and food industry. |