INCI name

BIS-HYDROXY/METHOXY AMODIMETHICONE

Bis-hydroxy/methoxy amodimethicone

An amino-functional silicone used for hair conditioning.

What it is

Bis-hydroxy/methoxy amodimethicone is an amodimethicone, a silicone polymer with amino-functional groups, whose chain ends carry hydroxy and methoxy groups. CosIng lists it as a hair-conditioning agent.

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.

The label does not show its concentration.

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 (15)

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