PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone

PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone is a clear to hazy, colorless to straw liquid. It is a copolymer of polydimethylsiloxane and polyoxyalkylene ether. It is readily soluble and stable in cool water and lower alcohols.

The aqueous and non-aqueous surface tension of PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone is lower than conventional organic surfactants. It exhibits surfactant-like, pro-foaming properties while acting as a moisturizer and de-tackifier.

PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone is used in various personal care formulations, and its concentration depends on the specific application. It can be diluted with cool water and lower alcohols.

PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone imparts lubricity and softness to personal care formulations. Due to its water solubility, it can be used to formulate clear products. When used in shampoo, it exhibits profoaming qualities, helping to stabilize foam levels and providing a soft and silky feel. It is used in hair sprays, conditioners, hand lotions, mousses, antiperspirants, shaving aids, foundations, shampoos, and roll-ons.

PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone is basically non-hazardous and has a very low order of toxicity, although contact with the skin or with the eyes may cause irritation.

Functions
Emulsifier
Foam booster
Foam stabilizer
Emollient
FDA UNII
9H0AO7T794
Synonyms
BC 96/061 Dimethicone Copolyol

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