Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane is a humectant and emollient ingredient. It’s in 14 products on Poliage, most often conditioner, cleanser and exfoliant. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
Bis-PEG-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane: used to hold water in the product and on skin.
What it does
Contains Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane: emollient
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane: foam-boosting
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane: hair-conditioning
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane: humectant
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane: hydrotrope
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane: skin-conditioning
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane: surfactant
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 54713, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
Avant
Avant pink orchid subtle restoring overnight serum
None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Deliplus
crema solar facial
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, silicones, chemical UV filters, coconut derivatives
Shiseido
Crème ultra-hydratante invisible Shiseido
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones, chemical UV filters
Clinique
Fresh Pressed 7-Day System with Pure Vitamin C
Lists exfoliating acid, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Shiseido
Future Solution LX Sérum Intensif Contours Fermeté Shiseido
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones
Cetaphil
Healthy Radiance Antioxidant-C Serum
Serum · Lists drying alcohol
R+Co
HYPERLINK Fiber Stretch Pomade
Hair styling · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
PUR Cosmetics
Joystick Exfoliating Deep Pore Clay Cleansing Stick
Exfoliant · Lists coconut derivatives
Vichy
LIFTACTIV SUPREME - Peaux sèches
Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, silicones
Vanicream
Liquid Cleanser
Cleanser · None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Your Skin But Better
Oil Free Makeup Primer
Lists drying alcohol, exfoliating acid, silicones, salicylic acid
Kristin Ess
Signature Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, silicones, coconut derivatives
Kristin Ess
Strengthening Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, silicones, coconut derivatives
Medik8
Total Moisture Daily Facial Cream
Moisturizer · Lists exfoliating acid, silicones
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