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TRIETHOXYSILYLETHYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE COPOLYMER

80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A triethoxysilane-modified silicone copolymer with elegant skin feel and film-forming properties. Often used in serums and skincare; well tolerated as a high-MW silicone.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Provides excellent skin feel in serums and skincare
  • Forms breathable films on skin
  • High-MW silicone with minimal skin penetration

Known concerns

  • Triethoxysilane groups can hydrolyze to release ethanol on cure
  • Silicone polymer; not biodegradable
  • Limited cosmetic-specific clinical data for this exact polymer

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, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.