Free Like PEG-12

Free Like PEG-12 is a water-soluble emulsifier with surfactant properties and a viscosity of 500 cp. It helps create stable creams and foams while supporting a light, smooth sensory feel. The ingredient improves spreadability, reduces stickiness, and supports transparent formulations. It offers a natural-origin alternative to PEG-12 Dimethicone for skin and hair care applications.

INCI Name

Alternative to: PEG-12 Dimethicone
Free Like PEG-12 natural PEG-12 Dimethicone alternative cosmetic ingredient.

Benefits & Applications

  • Liquid
  • Emulsifier
  • Co-emulsifier
  • Surfactant
  • Supports stable cream and foam formation
  • Improves formulation spreadability
  • Helps reduce stickiness
  • Supports transparent formulations
  • Provides a light sensory feel
  • Emulsifiers & Co-Emulsifiers
  • Natural-Origin Cosmetic Ingredients
  • Formulation Aids
  • Surfactants
  • Rinse-off hair care: 0.3–5%
  • Leave-in hair care: 0.3–4%
  • Skin care: 0.3–3%
  • Co-emulsifier: 0.3–4%, depending on the primary emulsifier
  • Creams and emulsions
  • Foaming formulations
  • Transparent cosmetic formulations
  • Asia Pacific
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • North America
  • Light, non-sticky sensory experience
  • Improved spreadability
  • Smoother formulation feel
  • Supports elegant cream and foam textures
  • Enables transparent formulation concepts
  • ISO 9001 – Quality Management
  • ISO 22000 – Food Safety Management
  • SMETA – Ethical Trade
  • EcoVadis – Sustainability
  • CGen Recognized
  • 100% Vegan
  • Clean Beauty
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