Hair Conditioning
PEG-40/PPG-8 METHYLAMINOPROPYL/HYDROXYPROPYL DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A modified silicone polymer with PEG and PPG sidechains. Used as a conditioner and emulsifier in hair and skin care. Generally well tolerated; PEG impurity control matters.
Function
Skin benefits
- Silicone surfactant for hair and skin care
- Conditioning and slip
- Improves emulsion stability
Known concerns
- PEG/PPG silicones can carry trace 1,4-dioxane if not purified
- Limited public CIR review on this exact polymer
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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