Emulsifier
SESAME SEED OIL PEG-8 ESTERS
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 sesame oil that acts as a water-dispersible emollient and oil solubilizer. Generally well tolerated; PEG purification matters for trace dioxane.
Function
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 CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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