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HAZELNUT SEED OIL PEG-8 ESTERS

80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A water-soluble emollient and mild cleanser made by modifying hazelnut oil with PEG-8. Good skin compatibility, helps formulas blend oil and water. Standard PEG dioxane purity caveat applies.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGEMULSION STABILISINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Water-soluble emollient
  • Gentle cleanser
  • Helps oil/water mixing
  • Plant-derived

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane impurity if not purified
  • Rare tree-nut allergy

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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