VeriMomIs peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone safe for baby skin?
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Baby skin
peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone
NO KNOWN RISKS93
/100
Also relevant: pregnancy safety
Want to know if peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone is also safe during pregnancy?
Is peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone safe during pregnancy? →Gentle products containing peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone
Chantecaille
Chantecaille Luster Glide Silk-Infused Eye Liner
Becca
Becca Ultimate Coverage 24 Hour Foundation
Boom
Boom Stick Color
KVD Vegan Beauty
KVD Vegan Beauty Lock-It Liquid Foundation
Bionike
Bionike Procutase Cicaplus Gel Skin-repairing Gel
Pommette
Sensitive - lingettes imprégnées bébé
open beauty facts
Unknown
dr teal's
Portia M
Portia M Pomegranate Serum
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Ingredients — Pregnancy-Safe Ingredients Database — 28,000+ Ingredients Rated
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Frequently asked questions
- Is peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone safe for baby skin?
- Hazard and mechanism: no specific developmental or reproductive toxicity data for infants; no harmonised flags. Exposure: increase by +1 for infants because infant skin has higher permeability even though adult dermal absorption is negligible for large silicone polymers (sources: CIR, CosIng, ECHA registration dossiers).
- Is peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone safe for newborns?
- Hazard and mechanism: no specific developmental or reproductive toxicity data for infants; no harmonised flags. Exposure: increase by +1 for infants because infant skin has higher permeability even though adult dermal absorption is negligible for large silicone polymers (sources: CIR, CosIng, ECHA registration dossiers).
- Can I use peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone on a baby under 6 months?
- We don't have baby-skin-specific data for peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone. Stick to ingredients we've marked no known risks for babies until more evidence is available.
- What are safer alternatives to peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone for babies?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
- How does VeriMom rate peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone for baby skin?
- VeriMom scores peg/ppg-18/18 dimethicone at 93/100 (no known risks) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.