PEG/PPG-22/22 BUTYL ETHER DIMETHICONE

Ingredient type: SILICONE

✨ Role: PEG/PPG-22/22 Butyl Ether Dimethicone is a modified silicone used in cosmetic products to improve product texture, facilitate application to the skin, and provide a conditioning effect on the hair and skin. It helps form a protective barrier that prevents moisture loss, leaving the skin soft and smooth.

Ingredient type: Emulsifier

‍⚕️ Safety: This ingredient is generally considered safe in cosmetic products, based on typical concentrations used. However, PEG derivatives may contain impurities that could potentially cause irritation if purification is not strictly controlled.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and is not derived from animals.

✨ Note: Although silicones such as PEG/PPG-22/22 Butyl Ether Dimethicone are often appreciated for their silky effect, some users prefer to avoid them because they can build up on the surface of the skin or hair. People with very sensitive or reactive skin should perform a tolerance test before using it.

Found in: This ingredient is often found in moisturizers, serums, foundations, and hair products such as conditioners and smoothing serums.