Cetyl PEG/PPG-7/3 Dimethicone
AKA “Cetyl Dimethicone Copolymer, Silicone Emulsifier”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Cetyl peg/ppg-7/3 dimethicone
AKA: Cetyl Dimethicone Copolymer, Silicone Emulsifier
Synthetic · Emulsion Stabilising | Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Silicone
Synthetic
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 Science: Functions: Emulsion Stabilising, Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Synthesized from dimethicone, cetyl alcohol, ethylene oxide, and propylene oxide through chemical coupling reactions. Produced by sequential ethoxylation and propoxylation of cetyl dimethicone via catalytic addition.
Function
Emulsion Stabilising | Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Emulsifying
Benefits
Emulsion Stabilising
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.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Restricted By
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR