Argan Oil PEG-8 Esters
AKA “Argan Oil Ester, Solubilized Argan Oil”
Carrier Oil
Ingredient Facts
Argan oil peg-8 esters
AKA: Argan Oil Ester, Solubilized Argan Oil
Carrier Oil · Emollient · EWG: 2
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Clean
Argan Oil Peg-8 Esters Is the product obtained by the trans esterification of Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil and PEG 8
Family
Sapotaceae (Sapodilla family)
Plant Part
Kernel
Form
Oil
See origin →
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Modern synthetic ingredient combining traditional argan oil with polyethylene glycol, developed to improve the texture and spreadability of argan oil in cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-2
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR