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Emollient

BEHENYL DIMETHICONE/BIS-VINYLDIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A high molecular weight silicone crosspolymer with behenyl groups providing rich emolliency and protective film formation. Used in moisturizers, lip products and skin protectants.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Provides rich emolliency in skincare
  • Forms protective films on skin
  • High-MW silicone with negligible skin penetration

Known concerns

  • Silicone elastomer; not biodegradable
  • Long behenyl chain may impart slight occlusion
  • Rare individual sensitivity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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