Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
Also known as: polyethylene glycol-18 methyl ether dimethyl silane, dimethylsilane glycol ether
Curly Girl Method Status
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane is a water-soluble silicone. The Curly Girl Method classifies it as Caution because while it can be washed out with gentle cleansers, some curlies prefer to avoid all silicones. Water-soluble silicones are generally considered safer than their non-water-soluble counterparts.
Products Containing Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane (23)

AMELIORATE
VIRTUE Refresh Topical Scalp Supplement 60ml
Alterna
Alterna Caviar Anti-Aging Replenishing Moisture 147 ml

Davroe
Davroe Body Volume Texture 200ml

Davroe
Davroe Brilliance Shine Mist 125ml

DunGud
DunGud Amped Body Building Foam 150ml

Kristin Ess
Kristin Ess The One Signature Conditioner 1 Litre
Related Ingredients in Water-soluble Silicones
Frequently Asked Questions about Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
Is Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane curly girl approved?
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane is classified as Caution in the Curly Girl Method. It's not strictly banned, but some curlies choose to avoid it. It's a Water-soluble Silicones in the Silicones group.
What is Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane used for in hair products?
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane belongs to the Water-soluble Silicones category in the Silicones group. It's commonly used in hair products for smoothing, adding shine, and reducing frizz.
What products contain Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane?
Our database contains 23 products that list Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane in their ingredients. Browse the products section above to see their full CG analysis.
What are curly girl approved alternatives to Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane?
Look for products that use CG-approved ingredients from the same Silicones group. Check our ingredient database for approved alternatives in related categories.