Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer

Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient used as a film forming, opacifying agent. It is used in 249 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameDIMETHICONE/PEG-10/15 CROSSPOLYMER
FunctionFILM FORMING, OPACIFYING
Prevalence249 products (0.27% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Sunscreens 18.5%Foundations 16.1%General Moisturizers 15.7%Face Primers 10.8%BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizers 6.8%Concealers 6%

Frequently asked

What does Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer do in skincare?
Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer functions as a film forming, opacifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially sunscreens (18.5% of its uses).

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