PEG-8 CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE
Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE
✨ Role: PEG-8 Caprylate/Caprate is used as an emollient, helping to make skin soft and smooth. It is also used as a solvent to blend other ingredients and improve the texture of cosmetic products.
Ingredient type: Emulsifier
Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for use in cosmetic products.
✨ Vegan: Yes, PEG-8 Caprylate/Caprate is of synthetic origin and suitable for vegan formulations.
✨ Good to know: It belongs to the family of PEGs (Polyethylene Glycols), which are sometimes criticized for their manufacturing processes using ethoxylated substances. However, no direct risk has been demonstrated when this ingredient is applied to the skin.
Present in: Frequently used in lotions, moisturizers, cleansers and various other skin care and make-up products.
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