AVOCADO OIL PEG-8 ESTERS
Ingredient type:FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT/EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE
✨ Role: Avocado Oil PEG-8 Esters is used in cosmetic products as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent. It helps soften and smooth the skin, while improving the texture and feel of formulations.
Ingredient type: Emulsifier
⚕️ Safety: Yes, generally considered safe for cosmetic use by regulatory bodies when used at recommended concentrations.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient can be of plant origin, but it's essential to check the exact origin with the manufacturer to ensure it's vegan.
✨ Worth knowing: PEGs, or polyethylene glycols, can sometimes contain impurities such as 1,4-dioxane, which is a substance of concern. However, modern manufacturing processes aim to minimize these impurities. People with sensitive skin are also advised to carry out a patch test to ensure there is no allergic reaction.
Present in: Moisturizers, lotions, hair care products and skin cleansers.
comedogenic index: 2


