PEG/PPG-20/23 Dimethicone

PEG/PPG-20/23 Dimethicone

AKA “Silicone Glycol Copolymer, Dimethicone Copolyol”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Peg/ppg-20/23 dimethicone

AKA: Silicone Glycol Copolymer, Dimethicone Copolyol

Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Skin Conditioner

Hair Care

Silicone

Synthetic

Clean

Siloxanes and silicones, dimethyl, 3-hydroxypropyl methyl, ethoxylated, propoxylated (20 mol EO, 23 mol PO average molar ratio) Science: Functions: Emulsion Stabilising, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Surfactant - Cleansing Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

CAS #

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Form

Liquid

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Functions

Emulsion Stabilising

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Hair Conditioning

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

Skin Conditioning

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

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Locks in moisture

Traditional Use

A modern synthetic copolymer developed for cosmetic formulations. Designed to improve emulsification, spreadability, and sensory properties of skincare and makeup products.