Peg-7 Methyl Ether Dimethicone
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Silicones and siloxanes, dimethyl, 3-(methylpoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl))propyl methyl, trimethylsilyl terminated, (7 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Peg-7 Methyl Ether Dimethicone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Peg-7 Methyl Ether Dimethicone 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-7 Methyl Ether Dimethicone?
Peg-7 Methyl Ether Dimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Silicones and siloxanes, dimethyl, 3-(methylpoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl))propyl methyl, trimethylsilyl terminated, (7 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Peg-7 Methyl Ether Dimethicone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg-7 Methyl Ether Dimethicone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg-7 Methyl Ether Dimethicone do in cosmetic products?
Peg-7 Methyl Ether Dimethicone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying.
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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