PEG/PPG-10/2 Dimethicone
AKA “Silicone Surfactant, Hybrid Dimethicone”
Emollient
Ingredient Facts
Peg/ppg-10/2 dimethicone
AKA: Silicone Surfactant, Hybrid Dimethicone
Emollient · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Silicone
Not Clean
Siloxanes and silicones, dimethyl, 3-hydroxypropyl methyl, ethoxylated, propoxylated (10 mol EO, 2 mol PO average molar ratio)
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Hair 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.
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
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Restricted By
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR