JOJOBA OIL PEG-8 ESTERS
Conditioning Agent
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
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
Good
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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