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Emollient

DIMETHICONOL SAL BUTTERATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A hybrid silicone-sal butter ester used as a smoothing emollient. Pleasant skin feel; no irritation flags. Silicone portion is not biodegradable.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Combines silicone slip with botanical butter feel
  • Smoothing emollient on skin and hair
  • Plant-derived butter component (sal)
  • Stable, low-reactivity

Known concerns

  • Silicone backbone is not readily biodegradable
  • Limited published cosmetic toxicology

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.