Behenoxy PEG-10 Dimethicone
AKA “PEG-10 behenoxy dimethicone”
Humectant
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Ingredient Facts
Behenoxy peg-10 dimethicone
AKA: PEG-10 behenoxy dimethicone
Humectant · Humectant · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Humectant
Silicone
Clean
Behenoxy PEG-10 Dimethicone is the product obtained by the reaction of Hydrogen Dimethicone with Behenyl Alcohol and PEG-10 allyl ether
CAS #
1136947-78-8
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A hybrid synthetic ingredient developed in modern cosmetics combining behenic acid, polyethylene glycol, and silicone polymers to improve product spreadability and conditioning without traditional use.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-2
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR