Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax
What Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax is & what it does
Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax is a hybrid emulsifier made by combining PEGylated dimethicone (a water-dispersible silicone) with beeswax. In a formula it acts mainly as an emulsifier and texture agent, helping to bind the oil and water phases of creams and lotions while contributing a smooth, cushiony feel. It is commonly used in emulsion-based sunscreens and moisturizers where a stable, silky base is wanted. No specific concerns are flagged for it in this catalog.
What is Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax?
It is a hybrid emulsifier that combines a water-dispersible silicone (PEGylated dimethicone) with beeswax. It is used to bind the oil and water phases of creams and lotions and to give a smooth feel.
What does Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax do in a formula?
It works mainly as an emulsifier and texture agent, keeping emulsions stable while contributing a soft, cushiony slip. It is common in emulsion-based sunscreens and moisturizers.
Is Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax safe?
It is generally considered a well-tolerated emulsifier used at modest levels in skincare. No specific concerns are flagged for it in this catalog.
Sunscreens with Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax
We rate 5 sunscreens that contain it:
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Functionalab Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 Tinted
80/100
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Functionalab Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50
77/100
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ReReef Mineral-based Reef-safed Ocean-friendly Sunscreen SPF 50 Pa+++
73/100
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Tiege Hanley Am—Morning Facial Moisturizer With Spf 20
64/100
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Coppertone Pure & Simple Baby SPF 50 Sunscreen Stick
63/100