Bis-PEG/PPG-20/20 Dimethicone

Bis-PEG/PPG-20/20 Dimethicone molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Silicone Copolymer, Polyol Silicone
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Silicone
Clean
OriginSynthesized from dimethicone, a silicone polymer, combined with polyethylene glycol and polypropylene glycol units. Produced through condensation reaction of dimethicone with ethylene oxide and propylene oxide monomers.
Bis-Peg/Ppg-20/20 Dimethicone is Dimethicone end-blocked with an average of 20 moles of ethylene oxide and average of 20 moles of propylene oxide
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.2–0.5%
Rinse-off0.5%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2014 survey
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR