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Hair Conditioning

DIMETHICONOL

CAS 31692-79-2 / 70131-67-8
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A silicone polymer with hydroxyl groups giving extra slip and conditioning. Skin-safe and CIR-reviewed; main concern is environmental persistence common to silicones.

Skin benefits

  • Smoothing silicone with hydroxyl-end groups
  • Adds slip and shine to hair
  • Doesn't volatilize like cyclic silicones

Known concerns

  • Environmental persistence (silicone class)
  • Can build up on hair without clarifying

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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