PEG-8 MYRISTATE
Ingredient type:EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE
✨ Role: PEG-8 Myristate is used in cosmetic formulations primarily as an emollient. It helps soften and smooth the skin, while improving the texture and feel of a product.
Ingredient type: Emulsifier
⚕️ Safety: this ingredient is generally considered safe for use in cosmetic products, provided it is used in the recommended concentrations.
✨ Vegan: Yes, PEG-8 Myristate is a synthetically derived ingredient, so it's compatible with a vegan lifestyle.
✨ Worth knowing: PEGs (polyethylene glycols) can sometimes contain ethylene oxide or 1,4-dioxane impurities, which are potentially irritating or carcinogenic by-products. However, good manufacturing practices considerably reduce this risk. It is also not recommended for extremely sensitive skin or skin that compromises the integrity of the cutaneous barrier.
Found in: Frequently found in lotions, creams, hair care products and some make-up products for its ability to improve texture and emulsify other oils.
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