Emollient
OLIVE OIL PEG-6 ESTERS
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A moderately ethoxylated olive oil ester (6 EO) — combines the skin benefits of Olea europaea fatty acids with PEG-6 water-solubilising. Used in emulsions and gentle cleansers; well tolerated at cosmetic levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Plant-derived emulsifier and emollient
- Olive oil-rich fatty acid skin nourishment
- Mild on skin
- Lower EO load reduces residuals
Known concerns
- Trace 1,4-dioxane possible
- Limited published cosmetic-specific safety data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related emollients
Same plant / compound family
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