Definition
PEG-6 Dimethicone is the polyethylene glycol derivative of Dimethicone containing an average of 6 moles of ethylene oxide; Poly(oxydimethylsilylene), alpha-hydro-omega-hydroxy-, ethoxylated (6 mol EO average molar ratio)
Cosmetic roles
Draws in and holds moistureHUMECTANTKeeps a film flexiblePLASTICISER
Safety & regulatory references
Other restriction: ban substances that deplete the ozone layer
Source: EU CosIng ingredient list
Reviewed by CIR: Final Report: Safety Assessment of Polyoxyalkylene Siloxane Copolymers, Alkyl-Polyoxyalkylene Siloxane Copolymers and Related Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics
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Names & identifiers
PEG-6 DIMETHICONEINCI피이지-6다이메티콘Korean label name (MFDS standard)