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WHEAT GERM OIL GLYCERETH-8 ESTERS.

Insufficient Data CAS - / SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

WHEAT GERM OIL GLYCERETH-8 ESTERS functions as an emollient, softening skin, and an emulsifier, stabilizing formulations. Derived from wheat germ oil, it provides essential fatty acids and antioxidants for skin nourishment.

Summary

Emollient Emulsifier

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a water-dispersible PEG-ether of glycerin, it delivers moisturizing and barrier-reinforcing benefits from wheat germ oil's fatty acids and antioxidants. It also aids in creating stable oil-in-water emulsions.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

No specific data is available regarding the dusting behavior of this ingredient.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Conflicts

  • Potential contamination with carcinogenic residues (ethylene oxide, 1,4-dioxane) from its ethoxylation manufacturing process.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

The CIR Expert Panel has not specifically reviewed this ingredient, though related wheat-derived ingredients are considered safe. However, as a PEG derivative, concerns exist regarding potential carcinogenic impurities from its production process, making purity critical.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

This ingredient shows promise as an emollient and emulsifier, potentially offering benefits from wheat germ oil; however, a lack of specific CIR review and concerns over potential manufacturing impurities warrant caution and further data.

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