Hazel Seed Oil PEG-8 Esters
AKA “PEG-8 hazelnut oil esters, Polyethylene glycol hazel oil esters
Essential Oil
Ingredient Facts
Hazel seed oil peg-8 esters
AKA: PEG-8 hazelnut oil esters, Polyethylene glycol hazel oil esters
Essential Oil · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Essential Oil
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Cold Pressed / Solvent Extraction ⚠ Allergen Alert (Tree Nut): Derived from a common allergen source. May cause reactions in sensitive individuals. Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Oil
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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.
Moisturising
Conditions Skin
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Wound Healing
Traditional Use
A modern emulsified derivative of hazelnut oil created in the mid-to-late 20th century by chemically modifying the natural oil with PEG (polyethylene glycol) to improve water solubility and cosmetic texture while retaining skin-conditioning properties.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Hazelnut)
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR