PEG-9 Dimethicone

PEG-9 Dimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient used as a hair conditioning, skin conditioning agent. It is used in 43 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePEG-9 DIMETHICONE
FunctionHAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING
Prevalence43 products (0.05% of dataset)
Most used inMakeup
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches10

Used in

Foundations 30.2%Sunscreens 20.9%Concealers 11.6%BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizers 9.3%Mascaras 7%Color Correctors 4.7%

Frequently asked

What does PEG-9 Dimethicone do in skincare?
PEG-9 Dimethicone functions as a hair conditioning, skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is PEG-9 Dimethicone allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain PEG-9 Dimethicone?
It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially foundations (30.2% of its uses).

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