Emulsifier
PEG/PPG-24/24 METHYL ETHER GLYCIDOXY DIMETHICONE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A PEG/PPG-modified silicone copolymer used to bridge water and silicone phases. Likely benign as a finished polymer, but the glycidoxy chemistry warrants supplier purity assurance.
Function
Skin benefits
- Silicone copolymer film former
- Adds slip and softness
- Good emulsion stabilizer for silicones
Known concerns
- Glycidoxy moiety implies epoxide chemistry — residual reactive groups should be controlled
- Possible 1,4-dioxane trace from PEG/PPG portion
- Limited cosmetic-specific data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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