Skip to content

Skin Conditioning

C20-24 ALKYL METHICONE

CAS 200074-77-7
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

An alkyl-modified silicone wax — gives a velvety dry finish and helps water resistance in sunscreens. Inert and non-irritating; environmental persistence is the main critique.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Smooth dry-finish skin feel
  • Improves SPF water resistance
  • Inert and non-irritating

Known concerns

  • Not biodegradable
  • Can build up on skin in leave-on
  • Minor environmental persistence

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related skin conditionings

80
(PHYLLANTHUS EMBLICA/SERENOA SERRULATA) FRUIT/ROSA MULTIFLORA) EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning
 80
2-OLEAMIDO-1,3-OCTADECANEDIOL
Skin Conditioning
 80
ABELMOSCHUS MANIHOT FLOWER WATER
Skin Conditioning
 80
ACETAMIDOCAPROIC ACID
Skin Conditioning
 80
ACETYL D-ASPARAGINYL D-VALINYL D-VALINYL D-LYSINAMIDE
Skin Conditioning
 80
ACETYL D-LEUCYL D-SERINYL D-SERINYL D-PHENYLALANINE
Skin Conditioning
 80
ACETYL HEXAPEPTIDE-20
Skin Conditioning
 80
ACETYL HEXAPEPTIDE-76 AMIDE
Skin Conditioning

Same plant / compound family

80
C20-24 ALKYL DIMETHICONE
Film Former

Check your shelf

Find C20-24 ALKYL METHICONE in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains C20-24 ALKYL METHICONE and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.