Emollient
DIMETHICONE PEG-7 OLIVATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A short-chain silicone-PEG ester of olive oil fatty acids that delivers a dry, silky slip and acts as a mild emulsifier. Considered low-irritation when manufactured to cosmetic dioxane-free grade.
Function
Skin benefits
- Light, silky slip on skin
- Combines silicone with olive fatty acids
- Mild emulsifying action
- Compatible with sensitive-skin formulations
Known concerns
- Trace 1,4-dioxane possible from PEG-7 portion
- Silicone backbone has limited biodegradability
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related emollients
Same plant / compound family
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