PEG/PPG-4/12 Dimethicone

PEG/PPG-4/12 Dimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 18 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePEG/PPG-4/12 DIMETHICONE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Prevalence18 products (0.02% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Hair Sprays 33.3%Conditioners 16.7%Facial Treatments 11.1%Body Treatments 5.6%Body Washes 5.6%Face Cleansers 5.6%

Frequently asked

What does PEG/PPG-4/12 Dimethicone do in skincare?
PEG/PPG-4/12 Dimethicone functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is PEG/PPG-4/12 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-4/12 Dimethicone?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially hair sprays (33.3% of its uses).

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