Cetyl PEG / PPG-10 / 1 Dimethicone

Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone is a polyether-modified silicone surfactant that bridges oil and water phases in formulations. It's used to emulsify silicones, improve spread, aid pigment dispersion, and stabilize lightweight, elegant textures.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A silicone emulsifier that gives makeup and skincare a silky finish.
Category
Emulsifying
Type
Emulsifier

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Promotes a seamless, silky application and helps keep mixtures uniform for a refined feel on skin. Aids in achieving a smooth, streak-free finish in makeup and skincare.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Found in silicone-rich serums, fluid moisturizers, primers, and liquid or cream foundations to blend oil and water phases effectively.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient has a comedogenic rating of 0. It is considered non-comedogenic and has little to no likelihood of clogging pores.

Safety

Typically low irritation and well tolerated in leave-on products. Individuals sensitive to silicones or PEGs may experience mild irritation; patch test if reactive. No known regulatory restrictions when used as directed.

Is Cetyl PEG / PPG-10 / 1 Dimethicone a Good Ingredient?

An effective silicone surfactant-emulsifier that stabilizes oil–water systems and improves spread and finish, primarily boosting formulation performance rather than providing direct skin treatment effects. That mix of usefulness and tolerability lands it a Good rating rather than Great.

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