Isobutyl/Methoxy PEG-10 Polysilsesquioxane

AKA: Silicone Crosspolymer, Silica Crosspolymer
Synthetic
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from silicone-based polysilsesquioxane compounds combined with polyethylene glycol (PEG) and isobutyl/methoxy functional groups. Produced through controlled condensation and polymer cross-linking reactions to create a branched silicone-polymer hybrid structure.
Isobutyl/Methoxy PEG-10 Polysilsesquioxane is the Methoxy PEG-10 derivative of Isobutyl Polysilsesquioxane.
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Viscosity Controlling
Controls Viscosity
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Skin Irritant in Testing
1 study / 1 irritating / reactions slight (CIR 743)
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2017
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR