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Emulsifier

PEG-8 AVOCADOATE

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A PEG-8 ester of avocado oil fatty acids that bridges water and oil phases in emulsions. Mild and well tolerated at use levels, with the standard PEG dioxane-control caveat at the manufacturing stage.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emulsifier carrying avocado fatty acids
  • Helps water and oil phases blend smoothly
  • Skin-conditioning fringe benefit
  • Low sensitisation

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible if PEG not purified
  • PEG biodegradability is limited
  • Plant-source allergen possibility

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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