Peg/ppg-16/8 Dimethicone
A cosmetic ingredient used as antifoaming, skin conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Siloxanes and silicones, dimethyl, 3-hydroxypropyl methyl, ethoxylated, propoxylated (16 mol EO, 8 mol PO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Peg/ppg-16/8 Dimethicone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antifoaming
reduces or prevents foam formation during processing or use
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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/ppg-16/8 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-16/8 Dimethicone?
Peg/ppg-16/8 Dimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Siloxanes and silicones, dimethyl, 3-hydroxypropyl methyl, ethoxylated, propoxylated (16 mol EO, 8 mol PO average molar ratio)
Is Peg/ppg-16/8 Dimethicone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg/ppg-16/8 Dimethicone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg/ppg-16/8 Dimethicone do in cosmetic products?
Peg/ppg-16/8 Dimethicone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antifoaming, 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