Cetyl PEG/PPG-7/3 Dimethicone

Cetyl PEG/PPG-7/3 Dimethicone

AKA “Cetyl Dimethicone Copolymer, Silicone Emulsifier”

Surfactant

Ingredient Facts

Cetyl peg/ppg-7/3 dimethicone

AKA: Cetyl Dimethicone Copolymer, Silicone Emulsifier

Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Silicone

Not Clean

Cetyl PEG/PPG-7/3 Dimethicone is a copolymer of Cetyl Dimethicone and an alkoxylated derivative of Dimethicone containing an average of 7 moles of ethylene oxide and 3 moles of propylene oxide

Form

Liquid

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Functions

Emulsion Stabilising

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

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.

Surfactant Cleansing

Surfactant Emulsifying

Anti-Inflammatory

Moisturizing

Boosts Collagen

Lifts away dirt and oil

Mixes oil and water

Keeps product blended

Traditional Use

A modern silicone-based conditioning agent developed for cosmetics to provide emollience and improve product texture. Created as a replacement for heavier natural oils in contemporary skincare formulations.