Common Name(s): Peg-8 hyaluronate

DESCRIPTION

What It Does: Delivers hyaluronic acid more deeply into skin than standard high-mw ha for longer-lasting hydration.

Why It's Used: Used where deeper hyaluronic acid delivery is required beyond surface moisturization.

How It Works: Peg-8 modification reduces ha charge density and size improving penetration through the stratum corneum; ha humectancy is retained.

Typically Found In: Premium hydrating serums,deep moisturization formulas

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Primary Category: Active ingredient – humectant

Secondary Functions: Humectant,skin conditioning agent,anti-aging active

Application Areas:

Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%–5%

SOURCING & ETHICS

Vegan Status: Conditional - feedstock declaration required

Halal Status: Unverified - feedstock declaration required (plant, animal and petrochemical routes all exist)

Source Notes: Ha from microbial fermentation; peg-8 from petrochemical; semi-synthetic. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: origin-dependent: the same inci exists in plant, animal and petrochemical versions and the name does not discriminate. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]

SKIN COMPATIBILITY

Irritancy Rating: 1/5 – very low

Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 – non-comedogenic

Sensitivity Concerns: Generally well tolerated.

Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes

SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY

Safety Profile: Good safety profile. ewg score: 1.

Works Well With: Vitamin c,retinoids,other humectants

Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities

SCIENTIFIC NOTE

Peg modification of ha improves penetration; standard high-mw ha is largely surface-active; peg-8 ha penetrates more deeply for enhanced moisturization.

Last Verified: 2026-03-28

Primary Sources: Cosing database,inci dictionary