Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone

Lauryl PEG-8 dimethicone is a silicone polyether made by attaching PEG-8 and a lauryl group to a dimethicone backbone. Skincare and makeup use it to emulsify oils into water, stabilize viscosity, boost slip, and deliver a smooth, soft-touch finish.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A silicone blend that helps oil and water mix for a smooth finish.
Category
Emulsifying
Type
Emulsifier

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Improves glide and even laydown while reducing drag. Contributes to a soft-focus, lightweight finish without heaviness.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Used in creams, lotions, primers, and liquid foundations to improve laydown and maintain uniform textures.

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

Generally well tolerated with a low sensitization rate; very sensitive skin may experience mild irritation. Not expected to clog pores for most users, but individual responses vary. No notable broad regulatory restrictions reported.

Is Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone a Good Ingredient?

Rated Good as a dependable emulsifier that strengthens emulsion stability and improves the sensory feel of glide, with low typical irritation. It optimizes texture and wear rather than providing direct skin-corrective activity, which is why it stops at Good.

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