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PALM OIL GLYCERETH-8 ESTERS.

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

PALM OIL GLYCERETH-8 ESTERS is a multi-functional emollient and emulsifier derived from palm oil, designed to significantly enhance skin hydration and fortify the skin barrier. It provides essential lipids to the stratum corneum, visibly improving skin suppleness and offering antioxidant protection against environmental stressors.

Summary

Emollient Emulsifying Skin Conditioning Antioxidant Cleansing (gentle)

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions primarily as a skin conditioning agent and emollient, actively enhancing the skin's barrier integrity by delivering exogenous lipids. This action effectively minimizes transepidermal water loss (TEWL), leading to improved hydration and robust protection against inflammation. Concurrently, it acts as an effective emulsifier, reducing surface tension to facilitate the stable blending of immiscible liquids within formulations. The inherent palm oil component imparts direct moisturizing benefits, leaving the skin nourished, and contributes vital antioxidants such as vitamin E and beta-carotene, which are crucial for neutralizing free radicals and supporting the skin's natural healing processes.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium 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

Stability

This ingredient exhibits high thermal stability and is readily soluble in water, various oils, and organic solvents, attributed to its polyoxyethylene chains. Its efficacy as an emulsifying agent is critically dependent on its concentration within the formulation, which dictates emulsion stability.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has concluded that 'PEGylated oils,' including specifically 'Palm Oil PEG-8 Esters' (analogous to Glycereth-8 Esters), are safe for cosmetic application under current usage practices and concentrations, provided they are formulated to be non-irritating. The CIR Panel also affirmed the safety of Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil and its hydrogenated derivatives in cosmetic formulations, with a recommendation to minimize polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon content. This ingredient is generally regarded as safe, non-irritating, and well-suited for all skin types.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

This multi-functional ester significantly enhances skin hydration and barrier function, acting as an effective emollient, emulsifier, and antioxidant with a high safety profile across all skin types.

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