murphyDimethicone PEG-8 Adipate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Modified Silicone, Silicone Adipate
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Silicone
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from dimethicone (a silicone polymer) and polyethylene glycol combined with adipic acid. Produced through esterification reaction between PEG-8 dimethicone and adipic acid to form a partial ester.
Dimethicone PEG-8 Adipate is the partial ester of PEG-8 dimethicone and adipic acid
CAS #
521913-22-4
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
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.
Locks In Moisture
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR