murphyLauryl PEG-8 PPG-8 Dimethicone
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Silicone Surfactant
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Silicone
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from hydrogen dimethicone, dodecene, polyethylene glycol (PEG), and polypropylene glycol (PPG) starting materials. Produced through sequential chemical reactions coupling these components via allyl ether linkages.
Lauryl PEG-8 PPG-8 Dimethicone is a terpolymer obtained by reacting Hydrogen Dimethicone with dodecene, the allyl ether of PEG-8, and the allyl ether of PPG-8.
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
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.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Reduces Inflammation
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
0%50%100%
Reg. limit 30%
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2014
FDA OTC limit: 30% (Skin Protectant). Source: FDA OTC Monograph, 21 CFR 347.10.
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR