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Surfactant

SOYBEAN OIL GLYCERETH-8 ESTERS

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A mild surfactant ester made by joining soybean oil fatty acids with glycereth-8. Cleans gently and emulsifies; refined ester forms have negligible soy-protein allergen risk.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Gentle cleansing surfactant
  • Emulsification of oil-water systems
  • Brings soybean fatty acids to skin
  • Mild on sensitive skin

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane risk if ethoxylated component not purified
  • Soy-derived — theoretical concern for severe soy allergy
  • Refining typically removes allergenic soy proteins

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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