Rate My SPF

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:

← All ingredients