murphyAlmond Oil PEG-8 Esters
AKA: Sweet Almond Oil PEG-8 Esters
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginNative to Middle East, Mediterranean. Derived from almond oil kernels (Prunus amygdalus, Rosaceae family), primarily from Middle East and Mediterranean regions. Created through transesterification of almond oil fatty acids with polyethylene glycol (PEG-8).
Almond oil peg-8 esters is a complex formed by the transesterification of the fatty acids derived from almond oil and PEG-8
Family
Rosaceae (Rose family)
Plant Part
Kernel
CAS #
-
Form
Oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Almond)
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2014
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR