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Skin Conditioning

DIMETHICONE PEG-7 LACTATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A lactic-acid-modified dimethicone copolyol used as a silky, gentle conditioning agent and mild emulsifier. Well-tolerated in cosmetic use; only routine PEG-purity caveat applies.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Silky lightweight emolliency
  • Mild self-emulsifying behavior
  • Gentle skin and hair conditioning
  • Compatible with sensitive-skin formulas

Known concerns

  • PEG chain — purification grade matters for 1,4-dioxane
  • Not for severely compromised skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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