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Emulsifier

SESAME SEED OIL PEG-8 ESTERS

72

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 sesame oil that acts as a water-dispersible emollient and oil solubilizer. Generally well tolerated; PEG purification matters for trace dioxane.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Water-dispersible emollient
  • Solubilizes oils
  • Mild surfactant
  • Skin softening

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane risk in PEGs
  • Sesame allergen possibility
  • Sparse toxicology

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related emulsifiers

Same plant / compound family

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