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ARGAN OIL GLYCERETH-8 ESTERS.

Valuable / CLEANSING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

ARGAN OIL GLYCERETH-8 ESTERS is a highly polar, water-soluble derivative of argan oil that efficiently delivers the celebrated moisturizing, conditioning, and antioxidant benefits of Argan Oil to the skin. It enhances skin hydration and elasticity while offering mild cleansing properties, suitable for a range of clear cosmetic formulations.

Summary

Cleansing Emollient Emulsifying Surfactant Skin Moisturizing Conditioning Agent

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions as an emollient and conditioning agent, significantly contributing to skin hydration and reducing transepidermal moisture loss, thereby strengthening skin elasticity. Its argan oil component is rich in unsaturated fatty acids, notably linoleic acid, and a high concentration of antioxidants like Vitamin E, which collectively provide anti-inflammatory effects, protect against oxidative stress, and neutralize free radicals.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range ≤5%
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 A study by Sharon Personal Care (Resplanta® ARGAN MB) indicated that ARGAN OIL GLYCERETH-8 ESTERS, when incorporated into water-based formulations at concentrations up to 5%, yields crystal clear solutions. Importantly, these formulations successfully retain the characteristic skin softening, moisturizing, and hair conditioning attributes of pure Argan Oil.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

This ingredient is a liquid ester designed for solubility in water, making dusting irrelevant for its application.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

ARGAN OIL GLYCERETH-8 ESTERS is supplied as a liquid that is instantly soluble in water. It can form crystal clear solutions in aqueous formulations at concentrations up to 5%.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
59.9%
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has deemed PEGylated oils, including Argan Oil PEG-8 Esters (a chemically similar compound), to be safe for use in cosmetics, provided they are formulated to be non-irritating. A related ingredient, PEG/PPG-8/3 Diisostearate, has been reported for use at up to 5% in leave-on hair conditioners and previously up to 59.9% in face masks, although these higher concentration products are no longer in production.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

ARGAN OIL GLYCERETH-8 ESTERS is a valuable, versatile ingredient that delivers the full spectrum of Argan Oil's benefits—moisturizing, conditioning, and antioxidant protection—in elegant, water-soluble, and clear formulations suitable for all skin types with low irritation potential.

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