Dimethiconol/Methylsilanol/Silicate Crosspolymer

Dimethiconol/Methylsilanol/Silicate Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient used as an opacifying agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameDIMETHICONOL/METHYLSILANOL/SILICATE CROSSPOLYMER
FunctionOPACIFYING
CAS number69856-02-6
Prevalence2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inMakeup
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Foundations 50%Lip Glosses 50%

Frequently asked

What does Dimethiconol/Methylsilanol/Silicate Crosspolymer do in skincare?
Dimethiconol/Methylsilanol/Silicate Crosspolymer functions as an opacifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Dimethiconol/Methylsilanol/Silicate Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Dimethiconol/Methylsilanol/Silicate Crosspolymer?
It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially foundations (50% of its uses).

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