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Emulsifier

SUNFLOWER SEED 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

Sunflower oil esterified with glycereth-8 — a mild emulsifying surfactant suited to sensitive-skin formulations. Generally well tolerated; the ethoxylated glycereth component requires standard PEG-purification controls.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emulsification
  • Sensitive-skin friendly
  • Lightweight feel

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane traces
  • Limited dossier
  • Ethoxylated component

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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