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Conditioning Agent

C26-28 ALKYL DIMETHICONE

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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

An even longer-chain alkyl dimethicone (C26-C28) — behaves as a soft wax delivering robust, water-resistant conditioning. Well-tolerated, non-irritating on intact skin.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Durable, occlusive conditioning film
  • Very high substantivity to hair
  • Wax-like emollient feel
  • Improves water resistance

Known concerns

  • Not readily biodegradable
  • Heavy on fine hair at high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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