BEG-800 (Ethylhexylglycerin) can be used in a broad range of cosmetic applications. BEG-800 is a very effective as an active component in deodorants due to its inhibiting effect on the growth of odor-causing bacteria. BEG-800 enhances the antimicrobial efficacy of typically used preservatives by doing so enables lower concentrations of the cosmetic preservative in the formulation applied. BEG-800 is not just a preservative but also a synthetic skin-conditioning agent. BEG-800 improves the skin feel of cosmetic formulations and functions as emollient and mild humectant. The skin-feel of BEG-800 can be compared to glycerin.