Polysilicone-2

Polysilicone-2 is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antifoaming, hair conditioning agent. It is used in 10 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePOLYSILICONE-2
FunctionANTIFOAMING, HAIR CONDITIONING
CAS number-
Prevalence10 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inMakeup
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches10

Used in

Setting Spray & Powders 40%Concealers 20%Foundations 20%Eyebrows 10%Lipsticks 10%

Frequently asked

What does Polysilicone-2 do in skincare?
Polysilicone-2 functions as an antifoaming, hair conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Polysilicone-2 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-2?
It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially setting spray & powders (40% of its uses).

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