Dimethicone PEG-7 Phosphate
AKA “Modified Silicone, Silicone Phosphate”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Dimethicone peg-7 phosphate
AKA: Modified Silicone, Silicone Phosphate
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Silicone
Clean
Siloxanes and Silicones, di-Me, 3-hydroxypropyl Me, ethers with polyethylene glycol dihydrogen phosphate (7 mol EO average molar ratio)
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 silicone-based emulsifier developed for cosmetic use. Designed to improve the stability and sensory characteristics of skincare formulations through silicone-polyether chemistry.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR