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DIMETHICONOL BEESWAX
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A hybrid silicone-wax ingredient combining the film-forming water-resistance of dimethiconol with the emollient richness of beeswax, providing a protective, occlusive barrier on skin and lips.
Dimethiconol Beeswax is a reaction product of beeswax and poly(dimethylsiloxane) (dimethiconol), creating a hybrid ingredient that combines the occlusive, water-resistant properties of silicones with the rich emolliency of natural beeswax. CAS 227200-35-3 identifies this specific hybrid polymer. EU Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 permits the use of both dimethicone and beeswax in cosmetics without specific restriction, and their reaction product is similarly unrestricted. Beeswax is listed in the EU CosIng database with the function of emollient, viscosity-controlling, and perfuming.
Skin benefits
- Provides long-lasting occlusive barrier that locks in skin moisture
- Water-resistant protective film for lips and skin
- Rich emollient that softens and conditions dry skin
Known concerns
- Beeswax component may cause reactions in individuals with bee product allergies
- Occlusive nature may trap oils and cause breakouts in acne-prone skin types
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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