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Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Explained
This ingredient is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.
Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.
This ingredient is a type of elastomer.
See all 3,405 products with Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Users who like it
11%
Users who avoid it
89%
What it does
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Prevalence
Uncommon
Percentage of products that contain it
4%
Top categories
Makeup
Moisturizers
Sunscreens
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 50%
References
Products with Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
33439
INCI Name
DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER
All Functions
Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling