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Emollient

CETEARYL DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER

CAS 243137-50-0
84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A silky silicone crosspolymer that thickens oil phases and improves skin feel — gives products a smooth, velvety texture while lightly conditioning skin. CIR-reviewed safe.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTFILM FORMINGHAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Silky, velvety skin feel
  • Provides oil-phase thickening
  • Light skin conditioning
  • Improves spreadability

Known concerns

  • Crosslinked silicone — minimal absorption
  • Manufacturer purity controls govern residue levels

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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