Surfactant
PEG-8 DITALLATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A tall-oil-derived ethoxylated surfactant used to emulsify oil and water phases in cosmetics. Considered safe at cosmetic levels with the standard PEG-class purified-grade caveat.
Function
Skin benefits
- Stabilizes emulsions
- Solubilizes oils
- Mild on skin
Known concerns
- Trace 1,4-dioxane possible
- Tall oil source variability
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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