PEG-10 Dimethicone Crosspolymer
What PEG-10 Dimethicone Crosspolymer is & what it does
PEG-10 Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a cross-linked, water-dispersible silicone polymer. It works as an emulsifier and texture agent, stabilizing water-in-silicone emulsions and giving formulas a smooth, velvety, fast-spreading feel. It is common in sunscreens and color cosmetics where a light silicone base and even coverage are wanted. No specific concerns are listed for it in this catalog.
What is PEG-10 Dimethicone Crosspolymer?
It is a cross-linked, water-dispersible silicone polymer. It is used as an emulsifier and texture agent in sunscreens and color cosmetics.
What does PEG-10 Dimethicone Crosspolymer do in sunscreen?
It stabilizes water-in-silicone emulsions and gives a smooth, velvety, fast-spreading feel with even coverage.
Is PEG-10 Dimethicone Crosspolymer safe?
Cross-linked silicone polymers are generally considered well tolerated and non-irritating in cosmetics. No specific concerns are flagged for it in this catalog.
Sunscreens with PEG-10 Dimethicone Crosspolymer
We rate 4 sunscreens that contain it:
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Purlisse Youth Glow Vitamin C CC Cream SPF 50 (light)
77/100
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Purlisse Perfect Glow BB Cream SPF 30
77/100
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Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream RX SPF 42 Pa+++
72/100
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Skinfood Aloe Watery Sun Gel SPF 50+ Pa+++
71/100