Lauryl Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone is an alkoxylated derivative of Lauryl Methicone containing an average of 18 moles of ethylene oxide and 18 moles of propylene oxide
What does it do?
Lauryl Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Lauryl Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone 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 Lauryl Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone?
Lauryl Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone is an alkoxylated derivative of Lauryl Methicone containing an average of 18 moles of ethylene oxide and 18 moles of propylene oxide
Is Lauryl Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lauryl Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lauryl Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone do in cosmetic products?
Lauryl Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
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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: 15/10/2010