murphyPEG/PPG-12/16 Dimethicone
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Silicone Surfactant, Hybrid Dimethicone
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Silicone
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from silicone polymers (dimethicone) as the base material combined with polyethylene glycol and polypropylene glycol chains. Produced through chemical coupling and ethoxylation/propoxylation reactions to attach hydrophilic polymer chains to the silicone backbone.
Siloxanes and silicones, dimethyl, 3-hydroxypropyl methyl, ethoxylated, propoxylated (12 mol EO, 16 mol PO average molar ratio)
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Antifoaming
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
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