Emulsifier
PEG-8 RASPBERRIATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A PEG-8 ester of raspberry seed fatty acids used as a mild emulsifier and skin conditioner. Gentle but with the standard PEG dioxane purity caveat.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild non-ionic emulsifier
- Adds skin-feel from raspberry seed lipids
- Useful in oil-in-water creams
Known concerns
- 1,4-dioxane traces from PEG chemistry
- Limited stand-alone safety data
- Possible berry allergen residues
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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