PEG/PPG-20/15 Dimethicone

PEG/PPG-20/15 Dimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 22 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePEG/PPG-20/15 DIMETHICONE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Prevalence22 products (0.02% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Foundations 22.7%Sunscreens 22.7%Face Primers 13.6%General Moisturizers 13.6%Facial Treatments 9.1%Blushes 4.5%

Frequently asked

What does PEG/PPG-20/15 Dimethicone do in skincare?
PEG/PPG-20/15 Dimethicone functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is PEG/PPG-20/15 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-20/15 Dimethicone?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially foundations (22.7% of its uses).

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