Dimethicone Crosspolymer

SiliconeEmollient

Also known as: Silicone Elastomer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

A cross-linked silicone elastomer that provides a unique silky, powdery finish. Used in primers and mattifying products.

Benefits

Silky matte finish, blurs pores, improves product texture, non-comedogenic, oil-absorbing.

How to Use

Found in primers, mattifying products, and sunscreens.

Technical Details

Typical Concentrations1%-10%

Research Summary

Cosmetically elegant silicone with skin-smoothing properties. Does not interfere with skin function. Well-tolerated.

Non-comedogenic. Does not penetrate skin. Some concerns about environmental accumulation of silicones.

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