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 (33)

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

Davroe
Davroe Body Volume Texture 200ml

Davroe
Davroe Brilliance Shine Mist 125ml

DunGud
DunGud Amped Body Building Foam 150ml
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 33 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.