Peg/ppg-10/3 Oleyl Ether Dimethicone
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polydimethylsiloxane, compound with polyoxypropylene (3) polyoxyethylene (10) oleyl ether
What does it do?
Peg/ppg-10/3 Oleyl Ether Dimethicone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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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 - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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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/ppg-10/3 Oleyl 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/ppg-10/3 Oleyl Ether Dimethicone?
Peg/ppg-10/3 Oleyl Ether Dimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polydimethylsiloxane, compound with polyoxypropylene (3) polyoxyethylene (10) oleyl ether
Is Peg/ppg-10/3 Oleyl Ether Dimethicone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg/ppg-10/3 Oleyl Ether Dimethicone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg/ppg-10/3 Oleyl Ether Dimethicone do in cosmetic products?
Peg/ppg-10/3 Oleyl Ether Dimethicone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Peg/ppg-10/3 Oleyl Ether Dimethicone?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Peg/ppg-10/3 Oleyl Ether Dimethicone is -.
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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: 24/01/2011