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Surfactant

PEG-7 CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC GLYCERIDES

70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A PEG-modified medium-chain triglyceride used to mix oils into water and as a mild surfactant. Safe at cosmetic-grade purity, with PEG-class caveats around 1,4-dioxane traces.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild solubilizer for oils
  • Helps cleanse without stripping
  • Low irritation potential
  • Versatile emulsifier

Known concerns

  • PEG residual 1,4-dioxane risk if not purified
  • Possible enhanced skin penetration
  • Petrochemical-derived

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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