Methicone Crosspolymer

Methicone Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - cleansing agent. It is used in 3 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER
FunctionSURFACTANT - CLEANSING
CAS number-
Prevalence3 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inMakeup
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Blushes 33.3%Setting Spray & Powders 33.3%Sunscreens 33.3%

Frequently asked

What does Methicone Crosspolymer do in skincare?
Methicone Crosspolymer functions as a surfactant - cleansing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Methicone 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 Methicone Crosspolymer?
It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially blushes (33.3% of its uses).

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