Film Former
DIMETHICONE/BIS-VINYLDIMETHICONE/SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A silicone crosspolymer used for a soft, blurring skin feel. Inert and non-irritating; main caveat is environmental persistence typical of silicones.
Function
Skin benefits
- Inert silicone elastomer
- Smooth, blurring skin feel
- Pore-blurring film
Known concerns
- Synthetic polymer — environmental persistence concerns under EU review
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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