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Surfactant

DISODIUM PEG-8 GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A mild PEG-glyceryl surfactant blend. Cleanses gently and helps emulsify formulas. Generally well tolerated when properly purified.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild surfactant and emulsifier
  • Cleansing
  • Skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • PEG-derived — dioxane purity required
  • Mild irritation in concentrated leave-on
  • Limited specific safety reviews

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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