A synthetic silicone that improves lubricity and absorption.
Functions
Emollient,
Emollient
Emollients fill the micro-cracks in the skin and leave it feeling soft and pleasant to the touch. Emollients are often mistakenly perceived as moisturizing ingredients.
Emollient,
Emollient
Emollients fill the micro-cracks in the skin and leave it feeling soft and pleasant to the touch. Emollients are often mistakenly perceived as moisturizing ingredients.
Cleansing,
Cleansing
Cleansing ingredients, also known as surfactants, clear dirt and buildup from the skin.
Cleansing,
Cleansing
Cleansing ingredients, also known as surfactants, clear dirt and buildup from the skin.
Emulsifying
Emulsifying
Emulsifying – helps to mix water and oil together.
Emulsifying
Emulsifying
Emulsifying – helps to mix water and oil together.
Origin
Synthetic
Synthetic
All kinds of ingredients formulated or produced by a chemical process, or those that have a chemical modification in their structure.
Synthetic
Synthetic
All kinds of ingredients formulated or produced by a chemical process, or those that have a chemical modification in their structure.
Overview
PEG-12 dimethicone is used in a variety of skincare products as an emollient due to the smooth and soft skin feel it imparts. It is supplied as a clear, colorless liquid.
It is also useful as an emulsifier, in which it supports the formation of oil-in-water or silicone-in-water emulsions. Emulsions containing PEG-12 dimethicone feature improved spreadability, faster absorption, and a lighter application.
Additionally, as with most dimethicone-based ingredients, PEG-12 dimethicone offers a substantial cushioned aesthetic to the products it is used in.
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