Dimethicone Peg-3 Laurate
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dimethicone PEG-3 Laurate is the partial ester of PEG-3 Dimethicone and lauric acid.
What does it do?
Dimethicone Peg-3 Laurate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
EU regulatory status
Dimethicone Peg-3 Laurate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dimethicone Peg-3 Laurate?
Dimethicone Peg-3 Laurate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dimethicone PEG-3 Laurate is the partial ester of PEG-3 Dimethicone and lauric acid.
Is Dimethicone Peg-3 Laurate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dimethicone Peg-3 Laurate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dimethicone Peg-3 Laurate do in cosmetic products?
Dimethicone Peg-3 Laurate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 20/06/2013