Polysilicone-19

Polysilicone-19 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a hair conditioning agent. It is used in 11 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePOLYSILICONE-19
FunctionHAIR CONDITIONING
CAS number887374-30-3
Prevalence11 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches10

Used in

Conditioners 18.2%Leave-in Treatments 18.2%Mousse & Foam 18.2%Styling Creams & Sprays 18.2%Dry Shampoos 9.1%Heat Protectants 9.1%

Frequently asked

What does Polysilicone-19 do in skincare?
Polysilicone-19 functions as a hair conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Polysilicone-19 allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Polysilicone-19?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially conditioners (18.2% of its uses).

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