Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone

AKA: Silicone Surfactant, PEG/PPG Methicone

Synthetic

Skin Conditioner

Silicone

Clean

Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone is an alkoxylated derivative of Lauryl Methicone containing an average of 18 moles of ethylene oxide and 18 moles of propylene oxide

Form

Liquid

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.

Locks in moisture

Traditional Use

A modern silicone-based emulsifier developed in the late 20th century combining polyethylene and polypropylene glycol with silicone for improved texture and conditioning in premium skincare.

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

CIR Safety Findings

Not a Sensitizer

medical-approval

all-shades-safe

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

General

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →

Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR