PEG/PPG-30/10 Dimethicone
AKA “Silicone Surfactant, Silicone Emulsifier”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg/ppg-30/10 dimethicone
AKA: Silicone Surfactant, Silicone Emulsifier
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Silicone
Not Clean
Siloxanes and silicones, dimethyl, 3-hydroxypropyl methyl, ethoxylated, propoxylated (30 mol EO, 10 mol PO average molar ratio)
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.
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
General
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