Dimethicone PEG-10 Phosphate
AKA “Modified Silicone, Silicone Phosphate
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Dimethicone peg-10 phosphate
AKA: Modified Silicone, Silicone Phosphate
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Silicone
Not Clean
Dimethicone PEG-10 Phosphate is the partial ester of phosphorica acid and a derivative of dimethicone containing an average of 10 moles of ethylene oxide
CAS #
132207-31-9
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
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.
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Locks In Moisture
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A modern silicone-phosphate hybrid emulsifier created for cosmetic formulations. Developed to provide water-in-silicone emulsification and improved texture in premium skincare products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR