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Skin Conditioning

4-PCA DIMETHICONE

CAS 179005-03-9 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A dimethicone modified with pyrrolidone carboxylic acid (PCA) for added moisture binding. Behaves like other cosmetic silicones — non-irritating on skin, with some environmental concern.

Function

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Skin benefits

  • Silky skin feel
  • Conditions skin and hair
  • Reduces tackiness in formulas
  • Light moisturisation

Known concerns

  • Silicone — environmental persistence
  • Limited public safety data on this specific PCA-functional silicone

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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