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Emulsifier

BIS-PEG/PPG-16/16 PEG/PPG-16/16 DIMETHICONE

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A water-loving silicone surfactant used to make silky silicone-in-water emulsions. Mild on skin; ethoxylation purification keeps trace 1,4-dioxane in check.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Silicone surfactant — mild emulsifier
  • Silky, water-dispersible feel
  • Stabilises silicone-in-water emulsions
  • Low irritation in rinse-off and leave-on

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated silicone — purification needed for trace 1,4-dioxane
  • Persistent in environment as silicone polymer
  • Limited stand-alone CIR review on this exact INCI

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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