PEG/PPG-19/19 Dimethicone

PEG/PPG-19/19 Dimethicone is a silicone polyether that combines dimethicone with PEG/PPG chains for water dispersibility. It emulsifies oils, cuts tack, and gives a silky, slip-boosting texture in creams and serums.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A silicone ingredient that gives creams a smooth, cushioned finish.
Category
Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning
Type
Emulsifier

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Delivers a light, cushioned glide and a smoother, non-greasy finish. Helps keep water and oil phases evenly dispersed for a consistent feel.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Common in facial lotions, makeup primers, lightweight emulsions, and sprayable milky mists to refine texture and spreadability.

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

Considered low irritation and low sensitization for most users. Suitable for leave-on and rinse-off formats; adverse reactions are rare.

Is PEG/PPG-19/19 Dimethicone a Good Ingredient?

Rated Good for reliably improving emulsification and slip, giving a smoother, non-greasy feel with a typically low irritation profile. Its performance is consistent without strong sensitization signals in use, which supports the rating.

Products with PEG/PPG-19/19 Dimethicone

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