PEG-8 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides

AKA: PEG-8 C8/C10 Glycerides, Polyethylene Glycol 8 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Plant Oil

Clean

Mono-, di- and triglycerides, C8-C10, ethoxylated (8 mol EO average molar ratio)

Form

Liquid

Functions

Emulsifying

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Emulsifier

Mixes Oil & Water

Traditional Use

Modern emulsifier combining medium-chain fatty acids (naturally found in coconut oil, traditionally used in Asian skincare) with PEG technology. Developed to create lightweight, fast-absorbing cosmetic formulations.

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Restricted By

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CIR Safety Findings

Not a Sensitizer

medical-approval

all-shades-safe

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

General

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →

Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR