INCI Name
Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters
Ingredient Origin
Derived from olive oil
Plant-based origin
Suitable for cosmetic and personal care use
Purity / Grade
Cosmetic Grade
Clear to pale yellow liquid
Mild characteristic odour
Good oxidative stability
BENEFITS & USES
Key Benefits
Lightweight, non-oily emollient
Enhances skin softness and smoothness
Improves the spreadability of creams and lotions
Reduces the greasy after-feel of formulations
Improves foam feel in cleansers
Suitable for leave-on and rinse-off products
Typical Applications
Face creams and lotions
Serums and emulsions
Body lotions and gels
Shampoos and conditioners
Face washes and shower gels
Baby care and sensitive-skin products
CONCENTRATION & SOLUBILITY
Recommended Usage Levels
Leave-on products: 1.0–5.0%
Rinse-off products: 0.5–3.0%
Solubility Details
Dispersible in water
Soluble in oils and surfactant systems
Excellent compatibility with emulsions
FORMULATION GUIDELINES
Can be added to the oil phase or the surfactant phase
Stable across pH 5.0–7.0
Enhances mildness and sensory feel in cleansers
Compatible with most cosmetic emulsifiers and surfactants
Conduct standard stability and compatibility testing
SAFETY & REGULATORY INFORMATION
Cosmetic ingredient for external use only
Non-therapeutic, non-medical claims
Suitable for leave-on and rinse-off cosmetic products
Compliant with Indian cosmetic regulations (CDSCO)
Use within recommended formulation limits
STORAGE & SHELF LIFE
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
Keep the container tightly closed
Shelf life: 18–24 months (supplier-dependent)