PEG/PPG-20/20 Dimethicone

PEG/PPG-20/20 Dimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 3 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePEG/PPG-20/20 DIMETHICONE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number-
Prevalence3 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Day Moisturizers 66.7%Sunscreens 33.3%

Frequently asked

What does PEG/PPG-20/20 Dimethicone do in skincare?
PEG/PPG-20/20 Dimethicone functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is PEG/PPG-20/20 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-20/20 Dimethicone?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially day moisturizers (66.7% of its uses).

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