XIMENIA AMERICANA SEED OIL PEG-8 ESTERS

Emollient

77

Good

About XIMENIA AMERICANA SEED OIL PEG-8 ESTERS

An emulsifying and emollient ester derived from Ximenia americana seed oil and PEG-8 that offers good skin-conditioning properties from an underutilised African oil source.

Detailed Analysis

Ximenia Americana Seed Oil PEG-8 Esters is produced by the transesterification of Ximenia Americana Seed Oil with PEG-8. Ximenia americana seed oil (also called false cinnamon or sandalwood) is an underutilised oil source valued in traditional African skincare for its emollient properties. The PEG-8 ester modification improves water dispersibility for modern cosmetic formulations. No EU regulatory restrictions apply specifically to this ingredient, and the parent oil has no significant toxicological concerns.

What It Does

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING SKIN CONDITIONING SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Emollient skin conditioning
  • ✓ Emulsifying surfactant
  • ✓ Cleansing surfactant

Safety Score

77

Good

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for skin concerns or allergies.