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Surfactant

PEG-8 TRISILOXANE

CAS 27306-78-1
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A PEG-modified trisiloxane — wetting and spreading agent that combines silicone glide with PEG solubility. Mild on skin; PEG/silicone caveats apply.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Silicone surfactant for spreading and wetting
  • Combines silicone slip with PEG solubility
  • Lightweight skin feel

Known concerns

  • 1,4-dioxane PEG impurity caveat
  • Silicone backbone — environmental persistence
  • Possible eye irritation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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