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PERFLUORONONYLETHYL CARBOXYDECYL PEG-10 DIMETHICONE.

Avoid / SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

PERFLUORONONYLETHYL CARBOXYDECYL PEG-10 DIMETHICONE is a polysiloxane-based ingredient known for its emulsifying and skin conditioning properties. As a Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substance (PFAS), it contributes water- and oil-repellent characteristics, primarily utilized in cosmetics to enhance waterproof performance.

Summary

Emulsifying Skin conditioning

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions by forming an emulsion, helping to blend oil and water-based components in cosmetic formulations. Its nature as a polysiloxane combined with perfluoroalkyl groups provides a film-forming, skin conditioning effect while imparting significant water- and oil-repellency to products, contributing to features like extended wear and waterproof claims.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Information regarding dusting behavior for this ingredient is not available in the provided research.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

While specific stability data for PERFLUORONONYLETHYL CARBOXYDECYL PEG-10 DIMETHICONE is not explicitly available, a related ingredient, PEG-10 Dimethicone, shows stability in neutral, mildly acidic, or mildly alkaline aqueous solutions. Its stability is compromised by strong acids or strong alkalis.

Conflicts

  • Strong acids
  • Strong alkalis
  • Formulations intended for the European market (due to regulatory prohibition)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
0%
Sensitization risk Unknown

This ingredient is classified as a persistent organic pollutant (POP) or a very persistent, very bioaccumulative, and toxic (PBT/vPvB) substance. Consequently, it is banned or severely restricted for cosmetic use in Europe (EU) by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) and the REACH Regulation, as well as under the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs). It is deemed unacceptable for use in EWG VERIFIED products, requiring reformulation for compliance.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Avoid

PERFLUORONONYLETHYL CARBOXYDECYL PEG-10 DIMETHICONE is a Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substance (PFAS) that is banned in the EU and by international conventions due to its classification as a persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic substance, making it unacceptable for use in skincare formulations.

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