PEG-8 PPG-8 Dimethicone

PEG-8 PPG-8 Dimethicone molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 8 Polypropylene Glycol 8 Dimethicone, PEG-8 PPG-8 Silicone
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Silicone
Not Clean
OriginDerived from polypropylene glycol and dimethicone, both synthetic polymers from petroleum-based chemical families. Synthesized through condensation polymerization combining polyethylene glycol, polypropylene glycol, and silicone compounds.
PEG-8 PPG-8 Dimethicone is the polyoxypropylene, polyoxyethylene ether of Dimethicone with an average propoxylation value of 8 and an average ethoxylation value of 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
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Fights Bacteria
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
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