PEG-4 TRIFLUOROPROPYL DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER

INCI: PEG-4 TRIFLUOROPROPYL DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER | Function: Emulsifier, Skin Conditioning | Type: PEG Fluorosilicone Copolymer

What Is PEG-4 TRIFLUOROPROPYL DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER?

PEG-4 TRIFLUOROPROPYL DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER 是一种含氟PEG-硅氧烷共聚物（Fluorosilicone PEG Copolymer），由三氟丙基二甲基硅氧烷与PEG-4共聚制得。结合有机氟的疏水疏油性和PEG的亲水性，提供独特的肤感、铺展性和持久性。常用于高端的粉底、防晒和护发产品。(PEG-4 TRIFLUOROPROPYL DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER is a fluorosilicone PEG copolymer combining organofluorine hydro/oleophobicity with PEG hydrophilicity for unique skin feel, spreadability, and durability. Often used in premium foundations, sunscreens, and hair care products.)

Key Skin Benefits

+ 独特肤感 — 含氟基团提供丝滑、不油腻的触感 (Unique skin feel — fluorine groups provide silky, non-greasy touch)
+ 持久性 — 氟硅结构抗水和抗皮脂 (Durability — fluorosilicone structure resists water and sebum)
+ 铺展性 — 帮助产品均匀铺展 (Spreadability — helps even product application)

Pros

+ 高端肤感 — 丝滑粉质感 (Premium feel — silky powdery sensation)
+ 耐水耐油 — 含氟基团提供持久性 (Water and oil resistant — fluorine groups provide durability)
+ 兼容性好 — 与多种油脂和硅油兼容 (Good compatibility — compatible with various oils and silicones)

Cons

− 全合成 — 含有机氟和硅氧烷 (Fully synthetic — contains organofluorine and siloxanes)
− 环境持久性 — 含氟化合物生物降解性低 (Environmental persistence — fluorinated compounds have low biodegradability)
− 成本高 — 氟硅特种原料价格昂贵 (High cost — fluorosilicone specialty materials are expensive)
− 含PEG — 环氧乙烷工艺 (Contains PEG — ethylene oxide process)

Specifications

Property	Value
Usage Areas	Face, Body, Hair
Product Type	Leave-On, Rinse-Off
Source	Synthetic
Natural Level	Synthetic

Safety Ratings

Metric	Rating
Skin Sensitivity	1/5 (low)
Comedogenic Rating	0-1/5
EWG Score	1-3/10

Regional Regulatory Limits

Region	Leave-on %	Rinse-off %	Status
EU (CosIng)	No limit	No limit	Allowed
US (CIR/FDA)	No limit	No limit	Allowed
Japan (MHLW)	No limit	No limit	Allowed
ASEAN	No limit	No limit	Allowed
China (NMPA)	No limit	No limit	Allowed

Typical Usage % by Product Type

Product Type	Typical %
Long-wear Foundation	0.5 - 3%
Sunscreen (water-resistant)	0.5 - 2%
Hair Serum (anti-frizz)	0.3 - 2%

References

CIR (2010) — Safety Assessment of PEGs as Used in Cosmetics. Conclusion: PEGs safe as used. PMID: 20629512
CosIng (2025) — European Commission Cosmetic Ingredient Database. https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/
EWG Skin Deep — PEG compound hazard database. https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/
SpecialChem — Cosmetic ingredient selector and formulator reference. https://cosmetics.specialchem.com/

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