PEG/PPG-6/4 Dimethicone

PEG/PPG-6/4 Dimethicone 1
PEG/PPG-6/4 Dimethicone 2
PEG/PPG-6/4 Dimethicone 3
PEG/PPG-6/4 Dimethicone 4
AKA: Silicone copolymer, Modified silicone
Synthetic
Humectant
Emulsifier
Silicone
Not Clean
PEG/PPG-6/4 Dimethicone is the alkoxylated derivative of Dimethicone containing an average of 6 moles of ethylene oxide and 4 moles of propylene oxide
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Synthetic ingredient created as an emollient and conditioning agent in cosmetics. Developed to provide smooth application and enhanced skin feel in both skincare and decorative beauty products.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
CANADA✔ permitted
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR