Bis-Methoxy PEG-10 Dimethyl MEA/HDI/Bis-PEG-10 Dimethicone Copolymer
AKA “Film Former, Silicone Copolymer”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Bis-methoxy peg-10 dimethyl mea/hdi/bis-peg-10 dimethicone copolymer
AKA: Film Former, Silicone Copolymer
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Silicone
Synthetic
Clean
Smooths and softens hair while creating a protective coating that reduces frizz and enhances shine.
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Conditions Hair
Softens and detangles hair
Traditional Use
A contemporary synthetic copolymer designed to improve product texture and water resistance in cosmetics, developed through modern polymer technology with no historical precedent.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR