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Emulsifier

ISOPOLYGLYCERYL-3 DIMETHICONOL

75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A silicone-polyglycerol hybrid used as an emulsifier and emollient in W/Si formulas. Generally non-irritating like other dimethicone derivatives; main concern is silicone environmental persistence.

Function

CLEANSINGSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGHAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Silicone-polyglycerol hybrid emulsifier and emollient
  • Smooth non-greasy skin feel
  • Helps stabilize silicone-water emulsions

Known concerns

  • Silicone components are environmentally persistent
  • Limited public toxicology for this specific copolymer
  • Polyglyceryl-silicone hybrids are proprietary and data-poor

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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