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PEG-8

CAS Number	25322-68-3
Chem/IUPAC Name:	Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy-, (8 mol EO average molar ratio)
EINECS/ELINCS No:	225-856-4
COSING REF No:	77303

PEG-8

PEG-8 is a colorless liquid, soluble in water and characterized by strong hygroscopic properties. It exhibits dissolution capacity of the active ingredients. It has softening, lubricating, solubilizing, moisturizing and anti-electrostatic properties for skin care products.

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What is PEG-8 used for?

PEG-8 is used in facial serums, peels, face washes, scrubs, gels, toners, masks, skin cleansers, lotions, creams.

Skin care: It binds moisture to the skin and provides hydration benefits. It is used as a solvent for other cosmetic ingredients, helping them penetrate more efficiently

Origin

PEG-8 is produced by chemical reaction between ethylene oxide and water or ethylene glycol (or other ethylene glycol oligomers), as catalyzed by acidic or basic catalysts. To prevent coagulation of polymer chains in the solution, chelating additives such as dimethylglyoxime are used.

What does PEG-8 do in a formulation?

Humectant
Solvent

Safety profile

Although PEG-8 is considered safe for topical use on healthy skin when used in limits, it may be contaminated with ethylene oxide, 1,4-dioxane which can bring in toxicity. PEG-8 should not be used on sensitive skin.

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Technical profile

Property	Values
Boiling Point	438.4°C
pH	4.5-7.5
Solubility	Soluble in water
Viscosity	6.0-8.0 cSt

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FORMULATIONS with PEG-8

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Hair Care: Sleek & Chic Shampoo by Brenntag Specialties

This Sleek & Chic Shampoo is a purifying, mild and gentle formulation. It stimulates the scalp skin cells and removes impurities without stripping hair of its natural oils. It offers a unique sulfate free, sustainable and innovative solution using kind and gentle ingredients designed to leave your hair feeling nourished and refreshed. It offers easy combability during wet/dry stages and enhances softness, gloss & volume. It contains: Euranaat LS3: which is an extremely mild anionic surfactant with excellent foam boosting and stabilizing benefits. It is used in a wide range of sensitive skin care products. Euroquat PK37 MB: is a mild amphoteric surfactant derived from sustainable RSPO certified mass balance palm kernel oil. A formulation by Brenntag Specialties.

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Hair Care: No Frizz, soft hair-Bi-phasic Spray by Brenntag Specialties

This No Frizz, soft hair-Bi-phasic Spray features: Oxisense® S0440: which improves wet and dry combing when combined with OXISMOOTH® CP. OXISMOOTH® CP: which reduces greasy feel on hair. KenaPure FD&C Red 4: is a dye designed for cosmetics. A formulation by Brenntag Specialties.

Skin Care: Rejuvenating Eye Treatment by Total Special Fluids

This Rejuvenating Eye Treatment is a semi-thick anti-wrinkle emulsion. It contains patented lupin extract that promotes the production of collagen. Gemseal® 40 maintains the ideal balance between roundness and evanescence. Marshmallow powder adds to the nice gliding feel of the texture. It is naturally and lightly fragranced by the prune oil it contains. It offers easy spread, quick absorption and feather-light feel. A formulation by Total Special Fluids.

Skin Care: Incredible Cleansing Oil by Total Special Fluids

This Incredible Cleansing Oil is packed with macadamia oil to smoothly remove impurities and make-up. Lightly massage one or two drops onto the face. To rinse off, the oil easily emulsifies with water and leaves the skin smooth and clean. A formulation by Total Special Fluids.

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Hair Care: Multi-benefit Spray Lotion for Hair by Kuraray

This 'Multi-benefit Spray Lotion for Hair' formulation protects, moisturizes, strengthens and repairs the hair. It should be applied on wet hair after washing. It does not make the hair heavy or greasy. Isopentyldiol generates a shiny effect and incredible silky feel. A formulation by Kuraray.

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