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Formed by the esterification of beeswax and polyethylene glycol; Adds emollience to formulas; Emulsifier and surfactant; Light-colored wax in its raw form; Ruled safe as used in cosmetics Key benefits: Hydration.
Peg-8 Beeswax
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Beeswax, ethoxylated (8 mol EO average molar ratio)
Purpose
This ingredient adds emollience to formulas and is an emulsifier and surfactant.
Rating
GOOD
Category
Emollient, Texture Enhancer
INCI Purpose
SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Benefits
Alternative Names
Hair Profile
Functions
At a Glance
Formed by the esterification of beeswax and polyethylene glycol
Adds emollience to formulas
Emulsifier and surfactant
Light-colored wax in its raw form
Ruled safe as used in cosmetics
Article
PEG-8 beeswax is an ingredient formed by the esterification of natural beeswax and synthetic polyethylene glycol. The result is a light-colored wax that adds emollience to cosmetic formulations. It is used as an emulsifier and a surfactant, too.
The independent Cosmetic Ingredient Review panel has not yet reviewed PEG-8 beeswax individually but has ruled it safe to use in cosmetics based on safety data available from its component ingredients, beeswax and polyethylene glycol.
Standard usage levels of PEG-8 beeswax in cosmetics is 4–12%, depending on formulary aesthetic goals and its intended purpose in the product.
See: Beeswax, Polyethylene Glycol
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