murphyPEG/PPG-10/3 Oleyl Ether Dimethicone
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Oleyl Silicone Surfactant, Oleyl Dimethicone Copolymer
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Silicone
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from polydimethylsiloxane (silicone) combined with polyethylene glycol and polypropylene glycol polymers derived from petroleum. Produced through chemical coupling of silicone with polyether chains via esterification and etherification reactions.
Polydimethylsiloxane, compound with polyoxypropylene (3) polyoxyethylene (10) oleyl ether
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
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.
Locks in moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Restricted By
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2014
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR