Hair Conditioning
DIMETHICONE/MERCAPTOPROPYL METHICONE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A thiol-containing silicone that bonds to hair through disulfide chemistry, creating exceptionally durable conditioning films. Used at low %; mild caveat for sulfur sensitivity.
Function
Skin benefits
- Bonds via disulfide chemistry for durable films
- Strong substantivity to keratin
- Heat-resistant protection
- Useful for permanent waves
Known concerns
- Free thiol can have odor
- Possible mild sensitization from sulfur chemistry
- Limited public toxicology
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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