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Emulsifier

BIS-LAURYL/PEG-8 LAURYL PEG-8 METHICONE

77

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A silicone-PEG copolymer that helps water and oil mix smoothly while leaving a silky finish on skin and hair. Generally well-tolerated; main caveats are PEG dioxane traces and low biodegradability.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Stable water-oil emulsification
  • Smooth, silky after-feel
  • Helps deposit conditioning agents on skin and hair

Known concerns

  • Possible trace 1,4-dioxane from PEG portion at low industry standards
  • Low biodegradability of silicone backbone

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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