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SOYBEAN OIL PEG-36 ESTERS.

Insufficient Data / SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Soybean Oil PEG-36 Esters is a versatile ingredient functioning primarily as a skin conditioning agent, imparting emollient properties to enhance skin softness and smoothness. Beyond its skin benefits, this PEGylated ester also serves as an effective surfactant and emulsifier, crucial for stabilizing oil-in-water formulations in skincare products.

Summary

Skin conditioning Emollient Surfactant Emulsifier

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a PEGylated ester derived from soybean oil, this ingredient acts as an emollient by forming a lipid barrier on the skin's surface, which aids in moisture retention and contributes to a smoother skin texture. Concurrently, its surfactant properties enable it to reduce interfacial tension, facilitating the creation and stability of emulsions within cosmetic formulations, ensuring uniform product consistency.

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

Stability

General PEGylated oils are recognized for their stability under standard ambient conditions. While related epoxidized soybean oil is stable, it is prudent to avoid exposure to strong oxidizers to maintain ingredient integrity.

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizers

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Unknown

The CIR Expert Panel concluded that PEGylated oils, including Soybean Oil PEG-36 Esters, are safe for cosmetic use provided they are formulated to be non-irritating. However, a 2014 CIR report indicated this specific ingredient was not in current widespread use. The FDA has approved related soybean oil-based lipid emulsions for clinical applications, and PEGylated derivatives of soybean oil are sanctioned as indirect food additives.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While deemed safe for use when properly formulated, the absence of specific clinical efficacy studies and its noted 'not in current use' status suggest insufficient data for a definitive endorsement within precision skincare.

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