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BITTER CHERRY SEED OIL PEG-8 ESTERS.

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

A PEGylated derivative of bitter cherry seed oil, this ingredient serves as a skin conditioning agent, emollient, and humectant. It enhances skin hydration and elasticity while providing antioxidant benefits.

Summary

Emollient Emulsifying Skin conditioning Surfactant Humectant Solubilizer

Science

Mechanism of Action

It functions as an emollient, softening and smoothing the skin, and as a humectant, it binds water to prevent moisture loss. Its surfactant properties also stabilize emulsions, while the bitter cherry oil contributes revitalizing vitamins A, E, and linolenic acid.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 6 – 8
0 7 14

Stability

While specific optimal pH is not available, related PEG esters are typically stable in neutral to slightly acidic aqueous solutions, generally between pH 6.0 and 8.0.

Conflicts

  • strong acids
  • strong bases
  • oxidizing agents

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe
Sensitization risk Low

Deemed safe for cosmetic use, provided it is formulated to be non-irritating and manufacturers ensure purity to minimize potential residues of carcinogenic ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

This ingredient is valuable for enhancing skin hydration and elasticity, leveraging its emollient, humectant, and antioxidant properties while supporting stable product formulations.

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