JOJOBA OIL PEG-8 ESTERS

Conditioning Agent

78

Good

About JOJOBA OIL PEG-8 ESTERS

A lightly ethoxylated jojoba oil ester that provides conditioning and emollient effects in skin and hair formulations.

Detailed Analysis

Jojoba Oil PEG-8 Esters is the polyethylene glycol derivative (average 8 moles EO) of jojoba oil, retaining much of jojoba's natural wax ester profile while gaining water dispersibility. The lower EO degree results in a more lipophilic product compared to PEG-150 esters. The EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 permits ethoxylated jojoba esters; no specific restriction in Annex III applies. The ozone-depleting notation is a process-related database entry, not a product-use prohibition.

What It Does

HAIR CONDITIONING SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Natural jojoba-derived emollient and skin conditioning
  • ✓ Good compatibility with skin lipids
  • ✓ Improves skin smoothness and softness

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ Minor 1,4-dioxane residual concern (lower than high-EO variants)
  • ⚠ May be comedogenic due to jojoba wax ester content for acne-prone skin

Safety Score

78

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.