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Ingredient Facts
Lauryl isopentyl-peg/ppg-18/18 methicone
AKA: Silicone Surfactant
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Silicone
Not Clean
Lauryl Isopentyl-PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone is the copolymer formed by the reaction of Methicone with dodecene and a dimethyallyl-terminated polyethylene oxide/polypropylene oxide copolymer
CAS #
1112315-26-0
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Reduces Inflammation
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic emulsifier and conditioning agent developed in the late 20th century by combining silicone chemistry with polyethylene glycol technology for improved spreadability and skin feel in cosmetics.