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Humectant

GLYCERETH-8

CAS 31694-55-0 (generic)
75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An ethoxylated glycerin (PEG-8 glycerol ether) used as a non-tacky humectant. Mild and well tolerated; the PEG-class 1,4-dioxane purity caveat is the only meaningful watch-out.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTHUMECTANTVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Humectant — draws moisture to skin
  • Non-tacky, low-irritation profile
  • Improves emulsion stability

Known concerns

  • PEG-class 1,4-dioxane residue if not purified
  • Ethoxylated chemistry environmental persistence

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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