Peg-8
Our database includes 687 products that contain Peg-8.
Explained
PEG-8 is a synthetic polymer used as a humectant and solvent.
This ingredient is able to help dissolve active ingredients, including water. This gives it humectant properties.
It is soluble in water. The number '8' stands for the molecular weight of the ingredient.
Community Rating
Very Disliked
What it does
Humectant
A substance that promotes retention of moisture.
Solvent
Capable of dissolving another substance.
Prevalence
Uncommon
Percentage of products that contain it
1.3%
Top categories
Cleansers
Moisturizers
Treatments
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
Products with Peg-8
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CosIng Data
CosIng ID
77303
INCI Name
PEG-8
EC #
 225-856-4
Ph. Eur. Name
3,6,9,12,15,18,21-Heptaoxatricosane-1,23-diol
All Functions
Humectant, Solvent
