Bis-PEG/PPG-20/20 Dimethicone
AKA “Silicone Copolymer, Polyol Silicone”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Bis-peg/ppg-20/20 dimethicone
AKA: Silicone Copolymer, Polyol Silicone
Synthetic · Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Emulsifying · EWG: 2
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Silicone
Synthetic
Clean
Bis-Peg/Ppg-20/20 Dimethicone is Dimethicone end-blocked with an average of 20 moles of ethylene oxide and average of 20 moles of propylene oxide Science: Functions: Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Synthesized from dimethicone, a silicone polymer, combined with polyethylene glycol and polypropylene glycol units. Produced through condensation reaction of dimethicone with ethylene oxide and propylene oxide monomers.
Function
Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Emulsifying
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A contemporary silicone conditioning agent created for the cosmetics industry. Developed to enhance product spreadability and provide long-lasting hydration and skin softening effects.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Restricted By
EWG Score2
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-2, medical-approval, pregnancy-nursing-safe, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR