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PEG/PPG-10/2 Dimethicone
AKA “Silicone Surfactant, Hybrid Dimethicone”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Peg/ppg-10/2 dimethicone
AKA: Silicone Surfactant, Hybrid Dimethicone
Synthetic · Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning - Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Silicone
Synthetic
Clean
Siloxanes and silicones, dimethyl, 3-hydroxypropyl methyl, ethoxylated, propoxylated (10 mol EO, 2 mol PO average molar ratio) Science: Functions: Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from silicone polymers, specifically dimethicone, combined with polyethylene glycol (PEG) and polypropylene glycol (PPG) chemical groups. Synthesized through controlled polymerization and ethoxylation/propoxylation reactions to create a hydrophilic-lipophilic silicone copolymer.
Function
Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning - Emollient
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic silicone-based polymer copolymer developed in the late 20th century as a multifunctional cosmetic ingredient. Engineered to provide texture improvement, emulsification, and conditioning in modern skincare and makeup formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
CANADA✔ permitted
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR