Emulsifier
METHYLSILANOL TRI-PEG-8 GLYCERYL COCOATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A hybrid silicone-PEG surfactant — combines methylsilanol with PEG-8 glyceryl cocoate so oils and water blend smoothly. Generally well-tolerated, with the routine PEG ethoxylation purity caveat.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild emulsifying surfactant
- Bridges silicone and water phases
- Conditioning skin feel
Known concerns
- 1,4-dioxane trace from PEG-8 portion
- Limited published cosmetic safety data
- Coconut-derived may rarely sensitize
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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