PEG/PPG-18/6 Dimethicone
- Silicone
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About PEG/PPG-18/6 Dimethicone
PEG/PPG-18/6 Dimethicone is an alkoxylated derivative of dimethicone to which 6 moles of propylene oxide and an average of 18 moles of ethylene oxide have been randomly added.[1] The number 18 after PPG indicates the average number of linked propylene oxide units; this number and the type of fatty component attached to it can affect oil miscibility and application feel. In cosmetics, it is used to reduce friction on the skin or hair and add a smooth feel.[3] In Europe, diethylene glycol remaining as an impurity in the raw material must be controlled at 0.1% or less.[2]
PEG/PPG-18/6 Dimethicone Details
- Ingredient function
- Emollient
- INCI name
- PEG/PPG-18/6 DIMETHICONE
- CosIng ID
- 83207
PEG/PPG-18/6 Dimethicone References
- 대한화장품협회 화장품성분사전 · 성분코드 11158
- European Union · Annex III entry 186
- European Commission — CosIng · substanceId 83207
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