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POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE/BIS-VINYLDIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A silicone elastomer crosspolymer that gives makeup primers and sunscreens a silky, blurring finish. Skin-safe and non-irritating; environmental persistence is the main caveat.

Function

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Silicone elastomer — silky, blurring feel
  • Improves spreadability of formulas
  • Low irritation, non-comedogenic
  • Used in primers and sunscreens

Known concerns

  • Silicone polymer — degrades slowly in environment
  • Trace residual cyclic siloxanes possible (D4/D5 EU restricted)
  • Microplastic-class scrutiny

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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