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INCI name

DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER

Dimethicone crosspolymer

Emulsion stabilisingHair fixingViscosity controllingreviewed

A silicone elastomer that gives a soft, powdery feel.

What it is

Dimethicone crosspolymer is a cross-linked silicone that forms a gel-like elastomer. It gives a smooth, velvety finish and can blur the look of fine lines and pores.

Where it is used

Primers, foundations, creams and sunscreens.

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

Emulsion stabilising
Helping the process of emulsification and improving emulsion stability and shelf-life.
Hair fixing
Permitting physical control of hair style.
Viscosity controlling
Increasing or decreasing the viscosity (thickness) of cosmetics.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (188)

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