Conditioning Agent
PEG-8 TRIFLUOROPROPYL DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A lightly fluorinated PEG-silicone with a CF3 trifluoropropyl group — adds water repellency. Below ECHA PFAS chain-length threshold but fluorinated cosmetic ingredients face rising scrutiny.
Function
Skin benefits
- Smooth water-resistant films
- Distinctive silky feel
- Durable conditioning
Known concerns
- Trifluoropropyl moiety raises persistence concerns
- Trace 1,4-dioxane from PEG step
- Not biodegradable
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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