Dimethicone PEG/PPG-12/4 Phosphate

Dimethicone PEG/PPG-12/4 Phosphate

AKA “Modified Silicone, Silicone Phosphate”

Surfactant

Ingredient Facts

Dimethicone peg/ppg-12/4 phosphate

AKA: Modified Silicone, Silicone Phosphate

Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 2

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Silicone

Clean

Dimethicone PEG/PPG-12/4 Phosphate is the partial ester of phosphoric acid and a derivative of Dimethicone containing an average of 12 moles of ethylene oxide and 4 moles of propylene oxide

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-based emulsifier developed in the late 20th century. Created to help blend silicone and water-based ingredients in cosmetic formulations that would otherwise be incompatible.