PEG-10 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

PEG-10 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

AKA “Silicone Crosspolymer, PEG-10 Silicone Polymer”

Surfactant

Ingredient Facts

Peg-10 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone/bis-vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer

AKA: Silicone Crosspolymer, PEG-10 Silicone Polymer

Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Emollient

Cleanser

Occlusive

Emulsifier

Skin Conditioner

Silicone

Not Clean

PEG-10 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a copolymer of PEG-10 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone crosslinked with Bis-Vinyldimethicone.

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.

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.

Locks In Moisture

Traditional Use

A synthetic silicone-based polymer developed in the late 20th century for cosmetic use. Created to provide lightweight moisture and smoothing properties without the heaviness of traditional oils.