HAZELNUT SEED OIL PEG-8 ESTERS

Surfactant

80

Good

About HAZELNUT SEED OIL PEG-8 ESTERS

A water-soluble emollient and cleansing agent created by modifying hazelnut oil with PEG-8, offering good skin compatibility while helping formulas mix oil and water phases effectively.

Detailed Analysis

Hazelnut Seed Oil PEG-8 Esters result from the transesterification of Corylus avellana Seed Oil with polyethylene glycol-8 (PEG-8), producing an ingredient that combines the nourishing properties of hazelnut-derived lipids with enhanced water dispersibility. Hazelnut oil's high oleic acid content supports skin barrier integrity, while the PEG-8 moiety provides emulsification functionality. As with all PEG-modified plant lipids, EU guidance on residual ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane applies, though these are typically non-detect at cosmetic use concentrations.

What It Does

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING EMULSION STABILISING SKIN CONDITIONING SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Emollient - nourishes and softens skin
  • ✓ Emulsifier - stabilizes formulations
  • ✓ Cleansing - aids removal of oil-based impurities

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ Tree nut allergen (hazelnut) - must be declared
  • ⚠ Low-level residual ethylene oxide from PEG synthesis

Safety Score

80

Good

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for skin concerns or allergies.