PEG-8 Beeswax God Emollient Fugt PEG-8 Beeswax at a glance Formed by the esterification of beeswax and polyethylene glycol Adds emollience to formulas Emulsifier and surfactant Light-colored wax in its raw form Ruled safe as used in cosmetics PEG-8 Beeswax description PEG-8 beeswax is an ingredient formed by the esterification of natural beeswax and synthetic polyethylene glycol. The result is a light-colored wax that adds emollience to cosmetic formulations. It is used as an emulsifier and a surfactant, too. The independent Cosmetic Ingredient Review panel has not yet reviewed PEG-8 beeswax individually but has ruled it safe to use in cosmetics based on safety data available from its component ingredients, beeswax and polyethylene glycol. Standard usage levels of PEG-8 beeswax in cosmetics is 4–12%, depending on formulary aesthetic goals and its intended purpose in the product. Related ingredients: Beeswax Polyethylene Glycol