Surfactant ingredient
Laureth-8
A polyethylene glycol ether of lauryl alcohol with 8 ethylene oxide units, functioning as an emulsifier and solubilizer in cosmetic creams, lotions, and cleansers.
Also known as: peg-8 lauryl ether, polyoxyethylene (8) lauryl ether
emulsifiersurfactantsolubilizer
Benefits
- ✓Effective emulsifier for oil-in-water emulsions at moderate HLB
- ✓Helps solubilize oil-soluble ingredients in aqueous formulas
- ✓Improves texture and spreadability of creams
Watch for
- ⚠PEG-derived; may contain trace 1,4-dioxane impurities depending on manufacturing; generally considered safe at cosmetic use levels
