Snapshot
- Overview
- A gentle cleansing ingredient that also helps disperse fragrance.
- Category
- Cleansing, Emulsifying
- Type
- Surfactant
PEG-8 Laurate
PEG-8 Laurate is a polyethylene glycol ester of lauric acid classed as a nonionic surfactant. It's used for gentle cleansing, solubilizing fragrance or oils into water-based systems, and improving rinse-off in light emulsions and micellar formats.
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Our take
Is PEG-8 Laurate a Good Ingredient?
Rated Good for gentle cleansing and solubilization that supports clear, light formulas with generally low irritation compared to anionic surfactants, which is enough for a solid Good rating.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Offers gentle cleansing that lifts impurities while rinsing clean. Helps disperse fragrance and oils for a clear, consistent product.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Found in micellar waters, gel cleansers, light makeup removers, and toners to enable mild cleansing and solubilization in water-based formats.
Before you use it
Safety
Mild cleanser that can still cause slight dryness or irritation with frequent use, especially on very sensitive skin. No common regulatory restrictions for standard cosmetic levels.
Products with PEG-8 Laurate
