Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer

Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer

AKA “Silicone Crosspolymer, Modified Silicone”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer

AKA: Silicone Crosspolymer, Modified Silicone

Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Emollient

Occlusive

Skin Conditioner

Silicone

Synthetic

Clean

Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer is a copolymer of dimethicone crosslinked with a mixture of PEG-10 and PEG-15 diallyl ethers Science: Functions: Film Forming, Opacifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

Form

Liquid

State

Solid

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Functions

Film Forming

Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.

Opacifying

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Smoothing

Creates Protective Barrier

Adds Opacity

Creates protective layer

Creates creamy opacity

Traditional Use

A modern crosslinked silicone-polyether polymer created for cosmetic formulations. Developed to provide improved water compatibility and enhanced sensory properties in skincare products.