Science
Mechanism of Action
Operating as a robust film-forming agent, this ingredient constructs a continuous, ultra-thin protective film on skin or hair surfaces. This barrier is designed to mitigate damage from external elements such as chemicals, UV radiation, and pollution. Furthermore, its silicone elastomer nature contributes high heat resistance and elasticity, while also serving as a hair conditioning agent, promoting manageability, softness, and shine, and as a hair fixing agent for durable style retention.
Research
Clinical Evidence
Insufficient-data confidenceN/A
Transparency
Dusting Analysis
The Formula
Formulation
Stability
This ingredient maintains stability for a minimum of 12 months when stored below 20°C in a sealed container, shielded from light. It is typically supplied as swollen gels suspended in various oils.
Safety
Safety Profile
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has deemed this ingredient, along with related dimethicone crosspolymers, safe for use at concentrations and practices described in their safety assessment. Its dimethicone component is considered safe, with impurities not posing a health concern. The ingredient is verified free of heavy metals, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, organohalogens, and nitrosamines. Trace residuals from manufacturing may be present, including tert-butanol (<100 ppm), iso-dodecane (<1000 ppm), vinyl acetate (≤100 ppm), vinyl-tert-decanoate (≤2000 ppm), and crotonic acid (≤200 ppm), along with minute quantities of isopropanol and ethyl acetate.
Your Skin
Skin Compatibility
Our Assessment
Verdict
A CIR-safe film-former and silicone elastomer, this ingredient offers environmental protection for skin and enhances hair's texture and style retention, making it a valuable asset for various formulations.
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