Bis-PEG/PPG-16/16 PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone

Bis-PEG/PPG-16/16 PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone

AKA “Silicone Copolymer, Silicone Modifier”

Surfactant

Ingredient Facts

Bis-peg/ppg-16/16 peg/ppg-16/16 dimethicone

AKA: Silicone Copolymer, Silicone Modifier

Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 2

Synthetic

Emollient

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Skin Conditioner

Silicone

Clean

Bis-PEG/PPG-16/16 PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone is a derivate of Dimethicone containing an alkoxylated side chain with an average of 16 moles of ethylene oxide and 16 moles of propylene oxide, and end-blocked with an average of 16moles of ethylene oxide and 16 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

Developed in the late 20th century as a silicone-based conditioning polymer. Created to provide lightweight hydration and smoothing properties in skincare and haircare formulations without the heaviness of traditional oils.