INCI name

PEG-10 DIMETHICONE

PEG-10 dimethicone

A silicone emulsifier for water-in-silicone formulas.

What it is

PEG-10 dimethicone is a silicone modified with polyethylene glycol chains, which makes it partly water-compatible. It is used to emulsify water into silicone or oil phases.

Where it is used

Foundations, sunscreens and light creams.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Functions

Hair conditioning
Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (280)

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