PEG/PPG-30/10 Dimethicone
AKA “Silicone Surfactant, Silicone Emulsifier”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Peg/ppg-30/10 dimethicone
AKA: Silicone Surfactant, Silicone Emulsifier
Synthetic · Surfactant - Emulsifying | Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Viscosity Controlling · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Silicone
Synthetic
Clean
Siloxanes and silicones, dimethyl, 3-hydroxypropyl methyl, ethoxylated, propoxylated (30 mol EO, 10 mol PO average molar ratio) Science: Functions: Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Synthesized from dimethicone (a silicone polymer) combined with polyethylene glycol and polypropylene glycol chains. Created through chemical modification that attaches hydrophilic polyether groups to the dimethicone backbone via etherification.
Function
Surfactant - Emulsifying | Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Viscosity Controlling
Benefits
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Synthetic polymer blend developed in the late 20th century to serve as an emollient and conditioning agent. Engineered to provide silky feel and enhanced water resistance in skincare and color cosmetics.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Restricted By
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR