Emulsifier
PEG/PPG-27/9 BUTYL ETHER DIMETHICONE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A close relative of other PEG/PPG butyl-ether dimethicones, used as a silicone emulsifier. Gives elegant feel; safety profile matches the wider family with usual PEG-purity caveats.
Function
Skin benefits
- Emulsifies water-in-silicone systems
- Soft, silky skin feel
- Helps actives spread evenly
- Mild on most skin types
Known concerns
- PEG/PPG residuals require dioxane-controlled supplier
- Limited stand-alone safety data versus close cousins
- Not ideal for compromised skin barriers
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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