Ppg-12 Butyl Ether Dimethicone
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, humectant, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polypropylene glycol(12) butyl ether dimethicone
What does it do?
Ppg-12 Butyl 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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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Ppg-12 Butyl 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 Ppg-12 Butyl Ether Dimethicone?
Ppg-12 Butyl Ether Dimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polypropylene glycol(12) butyl ether dimethicone
Is Ppg-12 Butyl Ether Dimethicone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ppg-12 Butyl Ether Dimethicone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ppg-12 Butyl Ether Dimethicone do in cosmetic products?
Ppg-12 Butyl Ether Dimethicone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, humectant, surfactant - cleansing.
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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