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Emollient

STEAROXY DIMETHICONE

CAS 68554-53-0 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A wax-modified silicone — gives a smooth, slightly waxy slip in skin and hair products. Considered low-irritation and inert; very large molecule that does not penetrate skin.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Soft non-greasy feel
  • Hair smoothing
  • Heat protection
  • Better spread

Known concerns

  • Sparse public tox data — relies on silicone-class precedent

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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