About the Product
UNIGLY™ MC‑208 is a nonionic surfactant with the INCI name PEG‑8 CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC GLYCERIDES. Derived from vegetable‑based caprylic and capric fatty acids, it is designed to provide a unique balance of cleansing performance, refreshing rinse‑off feel, and emollient sensory properties.
Its water solubility and compatibility with a wide variety of cosmetic ingredients make it particularly suitable for cleansing water, cleansing lotions, and other rinse‑off formulations requiring both cleansing efficacy and pleasant after‑feel.
Structure
• INCI: PEG‑8 CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC GLYCERIDES
• Description: Nonionic surfactant derived from vegetable‑based caprylic and capric fatty acids
• HLB: 15
• Appearance: Colorless to slightly yellowish clear liquid
Features
• Provides a refreshing feel after rinse‑off
• Delivers emollient sensory properties while maintaining cleansing performance
• Water‑soluble at concentrations above 3 wt%
• Good compatibility with a wide range of cosmetic oils and ingredients
• Supports cleansing efficacy in water‑based cleansing systems
• Easy to formulate due to high water compatibility and low temperature stability
Applications
• Cleansing waters
• Water‑based make‑up removers
• Cleansing lotions
• Rinse‑off cleansing formulations
• Refreshing cleansing systems with enhanced sensory profile
