PEG-8 Diisostearate

PEG-8 Diisostearate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 14 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePEG-8 DIISOSTEARATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Prevalence14 products (0.02% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches10

Used in

Face Cleansers 42.9%Makeup Removers 35.7%General Moisturizers 7.1%Mascaras 7.1%Night Moisturizers 7.1%

Frequently asked

What does PEG-8 Diisostearate do in skincare?
PEG-8 Diisostearate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is PEG-8 Diisostearate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain PEG-8 Diisostearate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially face cleansers (42.9% of its uses).

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