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Skin Conditioning

POLYMETHYL/CAPRYLYLSILSESQUIOXANE SILICATE

Updated
84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A silicone cage powder with methyl and caprylyl groups, used to absorb oil and give a soft-focus skin finish. Inert and well-tolerated — environmental persistence is the main genuine flag.

Function

ANTI-SEBUMSKIN CONDITIONINGSKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Anti-sebum and oil-absorbing
  • Skin protecting
  • Soft-focus optical effect
  • Improves powder texture

Known concerns

  • Trace cyclosiloxane residuals possible
  • Not readily biodegradable
  • Inhalation caution in loose powders

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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