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Emulsifier

CARAPA GUAIANENSIS OIL PEG-8 ESTERS

70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

PEG-8 esters of Amazonian andiroba oil — used as a plant-based emulsifier and softener. Ethoxylation brings the standard PEG caveat about purified-grade material to manage 1,4-dioxane.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Andiroba oil-derived emulsifier
  • Skin softening
  • Solubilises oils in water systems
  • Plant-based PEG ester

Known concerns

  • PEG residual ethylene oxide / 1,4-dioxane
  • Limited public toxicology
  • Andiroba allergy is uncommon but possible

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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