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Emollient

SCHINZIOPHYTON RAUTANENII KERNEL OIL PEG-8 ESTERS

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A mongongo (manketti) oil ester with PEG-8 — combines mongongo's rich emollient profile with water dispersibility. Generally safe; the standard PEG manufacturing residue caveat applies.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight emollient feel
  • Mongongo oil-derived skin conditioning
  • Water-dispersible for lotions
  • Sustainable African sourcing

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane trace from PEG manufacturing
  • Limited cosmetic dossier for this specific ester
  • Tree-nut family allergen consideration

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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