PEG/PPG-12/18 Dimethicone

PEG/PPG-12/18 Dimethicone

AKA “Silicone Surfactant, Hybrid Dimethicone”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Peg/ppg-12/18 dimethicone

AKA: Silicone Surfactant, Hybrid Dimethicone

Synthetic · Antifoaming · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Skin Conditioner

Silicone

Synthetic

Clean

Siloxanes and silicones, dimethyl, 3-hydroxypropyl methyl, ethoxylated, propoxylated (12 mol EO, 18 mol PO average molar ratio) Science: Functions: Antifoaming, Skin Conditioning, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

Form

Liquid

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Functions

Antifoaming

Skin Conditioning

A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.

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 as part of the cosmetics industry's innovation in the late 20th century. Created to improve the sensory profile and conditioning properties of skincare products.