PEG-7 Dimethicone
What PEG-7 Dimethicone is & what it does
PEG-7 Dimethicone is a water-dispersible, ethoxylated silicone made by attaching polyethylene glycol chains to a dimethicone backbone. It works as an emollient, emulsifier, and slip agent, giving products a smooth, silky glide while helping to blend silicone and water phases. It is widely used to improve spreadability and skin feel in lotions, primers, and sunscreen bases. No specific concerns are flagged for this ingredient.
What is PEG-7 Dimethicone?
PEG-7 Dimethicone is a water-dispersible, ethoxylated silicone made by attaching polyethylene glycol chains to a dimethicone backbone.
What does PEG-7 Dimethicone do in sunscreen and skincare?
It works as an emollient, emulsifier, and slip agent, giving products a smooth, silky glide and helping blend silicone and water phases. It is widely used to improve spreadability in lotions, primers, and sunscreen bases.
Is PEG-7 Dimethicone safe?
It is a widely used silicone derivative and no specific concerns are flagged for it in this catalog.
Sunscreens with PEG-7 Dimethicone
We rate 2 sunscreens that contain it:
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It's Skin Sun Block 2 O'Clock SPF 50+ Pa+++
68/100
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Pipiqiu Ultra Light Sunscreen Moisturizer Calming & Soothing SPF 30 Pa+++
49/100