PEG/PPG-19/19 Dimethicone

PEG/PPG-19/19 Dimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 32 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePEG/PPG-19/19 DIMETHICONE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Prevalence32 products (0.03% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Face Primers 21.9%Foundations 9.4%General Moisturizers 9.4%BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizers 6.3%Concealers 6.3%Deodorant 6.3%

Frequently asked

What does PEG/PPG-19/19 Dimethicone do in skincare?
PEG/PPG-19/19 Dimethicone functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is PEG/PPG-19/19 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/PPG-19/19 Dimethicone?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially face primers (21.9% of its uses).

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