Emulsifier
DIMETHICONE PEG-8 PHOSPHATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A silicone-based phosphate-ester emulsifier with PEG-8 used to blend silicones into water and boost foam in cleansers. PEG portion requires controlled-purity grade to limit residual 1,4-dioxane.
Function
Skin benefits
- Silicone emulsifier with mild conditioning
- Foam-boosting in cleansers
- Smooth skin feel
Known concerns
- PEG component requires dioxane-controlled grade
- Phosphate esters can mildly irritate at high use
- Persistent silicone-PEG environmental profile
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related emulsifiers
Same plant / compound family
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