Bis-PEG/PPG-14/14 Dimethicone
AKA “Silicone Copolymer, Silicone Modifier”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Bis-peg/ppg-14/14 dimethicone
AKA: Silicone Copolymer, Silicone Modifier
Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Silicone
Clean
Bis-Peg/Ppg-14/14 Dimethicone is Dimethicone end-blocked with an average of 14 moles of propylene oxide
Form
Liquid
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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.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A complex silicone copolymer created in modern cosmetics to balance hydrophilic and hydrophobic properties, improving product texture and performance in multi-phase formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Restricted By
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-2
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR