Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone

Alkyl-dimethicone copolyol emulsifier for W/Si and W/O balms.

What it does

Stabilizes silicone-rich repair balms with dimethiconeDimethiconeStrongDimethicone · Linear polydimethylsiloxaneLightweight silicone occlusive/emollient and FDA OTC skin protectant; reduces TEWL with less greasiness than petrolatum.Open in the Index →.

The evidence

Functional ingredient (not graded for skin benefits): Functional silicone emulsifier; manufacturer + CIR silicone copolymer context. Credible chemical identity and cosmetic-use context come from CIR/SCCS/manufacturer INCI definitions and databases such as SpecialChem/PubChem[1].

How to use it

Expect this as a supporting INCI line item unless labeled as a featured active.