PEG/PPG-20/29 Dimethicone

PEG/PPG-20/29 Dimethicone

AKA “Silicone Glycol Copolymer, Dimethicone Copolyol”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Peg/ppg-20/29 dimethicone

AKA: Silicone Glycol Copolymer, Dimethicone Copolyol

Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Emollient

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Skin Conditioner

Silicone

Synthetic

Clean

Siloxanes and silicones, dimethyl, 3-hydroxypropyl methyl, ethoxylated, propoxylated (20 mol EO, 29 mol PO average molar ratio) Science: Functions: Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

CAS #

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Form

Liquid

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Functions

Emulsifying

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

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.

Emulsifier

Mixes Oil & Water

Traditional Use

A silicone copolymer created in the late 20th century for cosmetic use. Functions as an emulsifier and conditioning agent to enhance product feel and performance.