PEG/PPG-38/8 COPOLYMER
INCI: PEG/PPG-38/8 COPOLYMER | Function: Solubilizer | Type: PEG/PPG Copolymer
What Is PEG/PPG-38/8 COPOLYMER?
PEG/PPG-38/8 copolymer 的PEG比例极高(~4.75:1),强亲水性。主要用于水性配方的温和增溶,适合透明低粘度产品。A strongly PEG-dominant copolymer (~4.75:1), highly hydrophilic. Primarily for mild solubilization in aqueous formulas.
Key Skin Benefits
- + 极强亲水性 — PEG绝对主导
- + 低粘度体系 — 不会明显增稠
Cons
- − 合成成分
- − 1,4-二噁烷风险
- − 增溶容量有限
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|
| Usage Areas | Face, Body |
| Product Type | Leave-On, Rinse-Off |
| Source | Synthetic |
| Natural Level | Synthetic |
Safety Ratings
| Metric | Rating |
|---|
| Skin Sensitivity | 1/5 (low) |
| Comedogenic Rating | 0-1/5 |
| EWG Score | 3/10 |
Regional Regulatory Limits
| Region | Leave-on % | Rinse-off % | Status |
|---|
| EU (CosIng) | No limit | No limit | Allowed |
| US (CIR/FDA) | No limit | No limit | Allowed |
| Japan (MHLW) | No limit | No limit | Allowed |
| ASEAN | No limit | No limit | Allowed |
| China (NMPA) | No limit | No limit | Allowed |
Typical Usage % by Product Type
| Product Type | Typical % |
|---|
| Face mist | 0.5 - 2% |
| Aqueous serum | 0.5 - 2% |
References
- CIR — Safety Assessment of PEG ingredients. PEGs considered safe as used in cosmetics.
- EWG Skin Deep — PEG compound hazard database
- EU CosIng Database — Listed as cosmetic ingredient