What skin types is Sorbic Acid good for?

Sorbic Acid is suitable for all skin types.

What can you mix with Sorbic Acid?

Sorbic Acid works well with Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate. These combinations are generally safe and can enhance results.

Is Sorbic Acid safe to use every day?

Sorbic Acid can generally be used morning and evening. Recommended concentration: 0.06–0.6% in formulations.

Sorbic Acid

Sorbic Acid

Also known as: 2,4-Hexadienoic Acid · E200

Preservative

“A natural preservative effective against mould and yeast at low pH.”

Skin types

All types

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Use when

AM & PM

Concentration

0.06–0.6%

What it does

Sorbic acid is the acid form of potassium sorbate. Like its salt, it is most effective in low-pH (acidic) formulations and works primarily against yeasts and moulds. It is considered a natural preservative, originally derived from mountain ash berries, and is approved in both food and cosmetics.

Benefits

Effective against yeast and mould
Natural origin — suitable for clean beauty
Works well in acidic formulations

How to layer

☀️ Morning routine

Cleanser

Toner

Serum

Moisturiser

SPF

🌙 Evening routine

Cleanser

Toner

Serum

Moisturiser

Face Oil

After cleansing, before moisturiser

Good for

All skin

Works well with

Sodium Benzoate ›Phenoxyethanol ›Potassium Sorbate ›

Heads up

⚠Limited antibacterial activity alone — usually paired with other preservatives

How to use

A background preservative ingredient. No special application needed.

Typical concentration: 0.06–0.6% in formulations