Dimethicone/PEG-10 Crosspolymer
AKA “Silicone Crosspolymer, Modified Silicone”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Dimethicone/peg-10 crosspolymer
AKA: Silicone Crosspolymer, Modified Silicone
Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Silicone
Clean
Dimethicone/PEG-10 Crosspolymer is a copolymer of dimethylpolysiloxane crosslinked with diallyl PEG-10
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
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.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A crosslinked silicone-polyether hybrid developed for cosmetics in the late 20th century. Designed to create stable, lightweight emulsions with improved texture and skin feel.
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