Skin Conditioning
ZINC DIMETHICONE PEG-25 PHTHALATE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A zinc-silicone-PEG complex containing a phthalate group. Phthalates are EU-restricted in cosmetics due to endocrine-disruption concerns; better-characterized alternatives are usually preferred.
Function
Skin benefits
- Provides conditioning effect
- Multi-functional formulation aid
Known concerns
- Phthalate moiety — endocrine concerns
- EU restrictions on phthalates
- Possible trace 1,4-dioxane
- Thin specific data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related skin conditionings
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.