An amino-modified silicone for hair conditioning.
What it is
Amodimethicone is a silicone with amine groups that carry a positive charge. It is attracted to damaged areas of the hair, where it forms a conditioning film that reduces friction and frizz.
Where it is used
Found in conditioners, hair masks, leave-in treatments and some shampoos.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
Functions
- Antistatic
- Preventing and/or reducing static electricity by neutralising electrical charge on surfaces.
- Hair conditioning
- Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.
Products with this ingredient (239)
- Essentials Heat Protection Shield Spray · Unilever
- Miracle Pure Hydratint Essence · Max Factor
- Nordic Bloom [Lumo] Color & Vitality Shampoo · Lumene
- Nordic Bloom [Lumo] Color & Vitality Conditioner · Lumene
- Máscara de Tratamento Dove 10 em 1 Brilho + Óleo Micelar 270g · Dove
- Crema de Tratamiento Control Caida · Dove
- Acondicionador Control Caida · Dove
- Shampoo Hidratación Intensa · Dove
- Shampoo Reconstrucción Completa · Dove
- Nourishing Boost + Hyaluron Conditioner · Dove
- Dove Tri-Oils Nourish Serum Oil · Dove
- Dove Amino Acid Repair Serum Oil · Dove