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BIS-PEG/PPG-18/6 DIMETHICONE.

Valuable CAS - / SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

A versatile silicone polymer enhancing skin feel and spreadability while acting as an emollient and emulsifier. It delivers a silky texture and reduces stickiness in cosmetic formulations.

Summary

Emollient Emulsifying Skin Conditioning Foam Stabilizing Humectant

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions as a humectant and co-emulsifier, improving skin conditioning without absorption. It creates a silky sensory feel, aids spreadability, and stabilizes foam.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range 0.001–10%
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 Demonstrated efficacy as a silicone-based surface active agent in foamable alcohol compositions, boosting foam quality at concentrations from 0.001% to 10.0%.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH 4 – 7
0 7 14

Stability

Formulations containing BIS-PEG/PPG-18/6 DIMETHICONE generally exhibit stability within a pH range of 4 to 7.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used with restrictions
Sensitization risk Low

The CIR Expert Panel concluded that this ingredient, as an Alkoxy Polysiloxane, is safe for cosmetic use when formulated to be non-irritating.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

A versatile silicone polymer highly valued for its multi-functional role in improving skin feel, spreadability, and formulation stability across diverse cosmetic products.

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