Peg-12 Dimethicone Crosspolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as light stabilizer, surfactant - emulsifying, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Silicones and siloxanes, dimethyl, hydropoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl methyl, trimethylsilyl terminated, reaction products with C3-20 alkadiene (12 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Peg-12 Dimethicone Crosspolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Light stabilizer
protects a cosmetic formulation from degradation by UV light, extending its shelf life
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Peg-12 Dimethicone Crosspolymer 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 Peg-12 Dimethicone Crosspolymer?
Peg-12 Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Silicones and siloxanes, dimethyl, hydropoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl methyl, trimethylsilyl terminated, reaction products with C3-20 alkadiene (12 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Peg-12 Dimethicone Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg-12 Dimethicone Crosspolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg-12 Dimethicone Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?
Peg-12 Dimethicone Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: light stabilizer, surfactant - emulsifying, viscosity controlling.
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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