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MAURITIA FLEXUOSA SEED OIL PEG-8 ESTERS

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

PEG-8 esters of buriti palm seed oil — used as a plant-based emulsifier. Buriti oil itself is benign and antioxidant-rich; standard PEG impurity caveats apply.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Buriti oil-derived emulsifier
  • Carotenoid base oil with antioxidant feel
  • Skin-softening
  • Plant-based formulation

Known concerns

  • PEG residual ethylene oxide / 1,4-dioxane
  • Engineered ester with thin dossier
  • Botanical sourcing variability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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