PEG-12 Dimethicone Crosspolymer
AKA “Crosslinked Silicone Polymer, Silicone Emulsifier
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Peg-12 dimethicone crosspolymer
AKA: Crosslinked Silicone Polymer, Silicone Emulsifier
Synthetic · Light Stabilizer · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Silicone
Synthetic
Clean
Silicones and siloxanes, dimethyl, hydropoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl methyl, trimethylsilyl terminated, reaction products with C3-20 alkadiene (12 mol EO average molar ratio) Science: Process: Ethoxylation | Functions: Light Stabilizer, Surfactant - Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Light Stabilizer
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Shields from UV damage
Traditional Use
A crosslinked version of PEG-dimethicone developed for enhanced performance as a film-former and conditioning agent. The crosslinking structure allows for improved stability and prolonged wear in cosmetic products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR