murphyGlycereth-8
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Glycereth-3, 21156-05-8, BLAUNON GL-3, PEG-3 GLYCERYL ETHER, ETHANOL, GLYCERETH-3 [INCI]
Synthetic
Humectant
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginDerived from glycerin and ethylene oxide, belonging to the polyethylene glycol ether chemical family. Synthesized through ethoxylation of glycerin, adding eight ethylene oxide units to the glycerin backbone.
Glycereth-8 is the polyethylene glycol ether of Glycerin with an average ethoxylation value of 8
Formula
C9H20O6
Mol. Weight
224.25
CAS #
31694-55-0
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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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 2025
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR