INCI name

BIS-AMINOPROPYL DIMETHICONE

Bis-aminopropyl dimethicone

An amino-functional silicone used in hair care.

What it is

Bis-aminopropyl dimethicone is a dimethicone (silicone) with aminopropyl groups at both ends of the chain. CosIng lists it as hair conditioning.

Where it is used

Found in conditioners, hair masks, leave-in products 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

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 (59)

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