PEG-12 Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer

PEG-12 Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Hybrid Silicone Crosspolymer, Emulsifier
Synthetic
Occlusive
Silicone
Not Clean
OriginDerived from polyethylene glycol (PEG) and dimethicone polymers, both synthetic compounds. Synthesized through cross-linking polymerization of PEG and silicone polymer chains.
PEG-12 Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient used as film forming. PEG-10 Acrylate/Perfluorohexylethyl Acrylate Copolymer is a copolymer of PEG-10 acrylate and perfluorohexylethyl acrylate monomers. Rated low hazard by EWG.
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Creates Protective Barrier
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2014
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR