Dimethicone PEG-6 Acetate

AKA: Modified Silicone, Silicone Acetate

Synthetic

Emollient

Skin Conditioner

Silicone

Not Clean

OriginDerived from silicone polymers (dimethicone) combined with polyethylene glycol and acetic acid starting materials. Synthesized through esterification of dimethicone with polyethylene glycol followed by acetylation.

Dimethicone PEG-6 Acetate is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.

Form

Liquid

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

General

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

Functions

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Skin Conditioning

A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.

Locks In Moisture

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Restricted By

Credo Beauty Whole Foods Premium Body Care Beauty Heroes MADE SAFE EWG VERIFIED

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR