Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone is a silicone-based emulsifier fluid that is partly water-soluble and partly oil-soluble. It belongs to the siloxanes and silicones chemical family and is used primarily as a dispersant for powders such as mineral UV filters and color pigments. It is manufactured by Kobo and appears frequently in foundations, concealers, primers, and sunscreens.
Its primary benefit is helping mineral UV filters like Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide disperse more evenly, which can improve UV protection efficacy and reduce the white-cast commonly associated with mineral sunscreens. It also aids in the even dispersion of color pigments in makeup products such as eyeshadows and concealers. Additionally, it provides skin and hair conditioning properties.
