Dimethicone PEG-7 Phosphate

Dimethicone PEG-7 Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 35 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameDIMETHICONE PEG-7 PHOSPHATE
FunctionCLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
CAS number132207-31-9
Prevalence35 products (0.04% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Setting Spray & Powders 25.7%Heat Protectants 14.3%Leave-in Conditioners 8.6%Serums 8.6%Styling Creams & Sprays 8.6%Face Cleansers 5.7%

Frequently asked

What does Dimethicone PEG-7 Phosphate do in skincare?
Dimethicone PEG-7 Phosphate functions as a cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Dimethicone PEG-7 Phosphate 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-7 Phosphate?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially setting spray & powders (25.7% of its uses).

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