PEG-7 Glycerly cocoate is a non-ionic emulsifier made from glycerine and coconut oil. PEG stands for ‘polyethylene glycol’ and the number next to it refers to its molecular weight. PEGs are a big family of synthetics and their use and properties will vary depending on their weight and composition.
Categorizing broadly it can be an emollient, emulsifier, and surfactant. Its alterative is Glycerine in formulation.
As an emulsifier, PEG-7 glyceryl cocoate attracts and hold together water and oil-based ingredients such as rose infusion or jojoba oil. Without emulsifiers, the formula would separate, causing oil droplets to float on top of the water. It stabilises and thicken formulas, allowing to create solid products and therefore remove the need for unnecessary packaging and synthetic preservatives. It also conditions the hair and skin, giving shine and softness.
As an emollient, it helps soften and smooth skin, making it a useful addition to moisturizers, hair conditioners, and cleansers.
There have been some concerns about the safety of this ingredient because of the presence of ethylene oxide in it. Ethylene oxide can react with other chemicals in a process called ethoxylation, which can lead to contamination by 1,4-dioxane, a dangerous byproduct. This byproduct can be eliminated through controlled purification processes, which is how cosmetic PEG-7 glyceryl cocoate is produced. PEG-7 glyceryl cocoate is safe as used in rinse-off products and is safe in leave-on products in amounts up to 10%.
INCI NAME: PEG-7 glyceryl cocoate
APPLICATION: Personal care, Hair Care and cosmetics.
BENEFITS
Hair care: It effortlessly combines oil and water together - thus proving beneficial in cleaning the dirt and oil out of the hair. It treats rough and dry hair to leave them feeling healthy
Skin care: It helps in restoring the skin’s natural barrier and locks in moisture to give smoothness and flawlessness. It is lightweight and non-greasy, so it does not weigh the skin down
Cosmetic products: It improves the look and feel of cosmetic products by adding desired thickness and texture to them. It mixes oil and water components together and thus stabilizes the formulations
FORMULATION GUIDE
In formulation this ingredient acts as an emollient, emulsifier and surfactant.
Ph – 5.0 – 8.0
Viscosity – low.
Legal Disclaimer:
By purchasing this product, you are acknowledging that you know how to use it, you are accepting all responsibility for its use, and you are agreeing to hold the seller harmless for any ill effects which may result from proper or improper use. Do not directly apply onto your skin. This product should be added to a formulation at the recommended usage rate. Always perform a skin patch test of your finished product prior to use.
Safety Information:
WARNING: For external use only, please exercise caution and do not ingest or take internally and Wear gloves when handling. Avoid contact with eyes – for your safety use eye protection googles. If eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. Store away from children, animals, sunlight and heat.
KINDLY NOTE THIS PRODUCT IS NON-RETURNABLE
