Dimethicone Silylate

Dimethicone Silylate is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antifoaming agent. It is used in 16 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameDIMETHICONE SILYLATE
FunctionANTIFOAMING
Prevalence16 products (0.02% of dataset)
Most used inMakeup
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Eye Primers 25%Mascaras 25%Sunscreens 12.5%Deodorant 6.3%Eyeshadows 6.3%Foundations 6.3%

Frequently asked

What does Dimethicone Silylate do in skincare?
Dimethicone Silylate functions as an antifoaming agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Dimethicone Silylate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Dimethicone Silylate?
It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially eye primers (25% of its uses).

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