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BORAGE SEED OIL PEG-8 ESTERS.

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

This polyethylene glycol (PEG) derivative of borage seed oil functions as a skin conditioning agent for damaged or dry skin. It notably reduces flakiness and helps restore skin elasticity.

Summary

Skin-conditioning agent Emollient Surfactant Emulsifying Humectant Solubilizer

Science

Mechanism of Action

Its PEG component acts as a humectant and solubilizer, while the borage oil portion provides gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). GLA metabolizes into anti-inflammatory PGE1, supporting barrier function and ceramide synthesis.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Conflicts

  • Should be formulated to be non-irritating.
  • Use with caution alongside ingredients whose safety relies on minimal dermal absorption, as PEGs can enhance penetration.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Sensitization risk Unknown

Safety depends on compound purity, as residues of carcinogenic ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane may remain from the ethoxylation reaction. No specific maximum concentration is established, though related PEGylated oils are deemed safe up to 100% in some uses, and 10% in leave-on products for alkyl glycerides.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

A valuable ingredient for supporting skin barrier function and alleviating dryness and inflammation across various skin types, provided product purity is verified and formulation accounts for its penetration enhancing capabilities.

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