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COCONUT OIL PEG-10 ESTERS.

Questionable CAS - / SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

COCONUT OIL PEG-10 ESTERS is a water-soluble derivative of coconut oil, engineered to act as a multifunctional ingredient. It effectively conditions the skin by imparting softness and smoothness, while also performing as a surfactant for cleansing and emulsification in formulations.

Summary

Skin conditioning Emollient Surfactant (cleansing) Surfactant (emulsifying)

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions as a skin conditioning agent, directly contributing to softer, smoother skin by its emollient action. As a surfactant, it aids in cleansing by helping to remove impurities and acts as an emulsifier, enabling the stable mixture of oil and water in products. Derived from coconut oil, it may also inherit beneficial properties such as unsaturated fatty acids, antioxidant Vitamin E, and lauric acid, which possesses antimicrobial attributes, potentially supporting skin elasticity and reducing flakiness in compromised skin.

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 N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Polyethylene glycols (PEGs) and their derivatives, like PEG-10, generally exhibit excellent skin tolerance and low microbiological sensitivity, often eliminating the need for additional preservatives. PEG-10 is specifically characterized by its liquid form and high water solubility, a characteristic that diminishes with increasing molecular weight in the PEG family.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has deemed PEGylated oils, including Coconut Oil PEG-10 Esters, safe for cosmetic use provided formulations are non-irritating. A specific concentration limit is no longer mandated, given typical usage below 50% in leave-on products. However, critical safety concerns persist regarding potential contamination with residual ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane, both classified as carcinogenic compounds. Product safety is therefore highly dependent on the purity of the obtained ingredient. Products containing this ingredient can be EWG VERIFIED, but only if they adhere to specific use restrictions and warnings established by EWG based on comprehensive company data.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
Yes Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity High

Our Assessment

Verdict

Questionable

While effective as a skin conditioner and emulsifier, its high comedogenicity and potential contamination concerns make it a questionable choice for precision skincare, especially for blemish-prone individuals.

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