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Sunflower Seed Oil Peg-32 Esters

SUNFLOWER SEED OIL PEG-32 ESTERS is a versatile compound derived from sunflower oil, functioning primarily as a skin conditioning agent, emollient, and a blend of surfactant and emulsifier. It enhances formula stability and delivers the inherent moisturizing and antioxidant benefits of sunflower oil to the skin.

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This profile is awaiting an individual source review. Treat its ratings, dose estimates and compatibility labels as provisional; they are not medical advice or proof of a finished product’s effects.

Skin conditioning agent Emollient Surfactant Emulsifier

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient acts through a dual mechanism. The sunflower oil moiety, abundant in linoleic acid and Vitamin E, provides hydrating, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects, thereby reinforcing the skin’s natural hydrolipid layer and barrier function. Simultaneously, the polyethylene glycol (PEG) modification imparts potent surfactant and emulsifying properties, enabling the formation of stable oil-in-water emulsions, which improves product texture and cleansing performance.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data 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 generally demonstrates good compatibility within formulations. It is crucial to ensure final formulations are created to be non-irritating.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel concluded that PEGylated oils, including Sunflower Seed Oil PEG-32 Esters, are safe for use in cosmetics under current practices and concentrations, provided formulations are designed to be non-irritating. This substance holds a Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) status as a food additive by the US FDA, and polyethylene glycols are widely approved as excipients or carriers in various pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetic applications.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

SUNFLOWER SEED OIL PEG-32 ESTERS is a valuable multi-functional ingredient, offering emollient and conditioning benefits alongside surfactant properties, deemed safe for cosmetic use when properly formulated.

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