Dimethicone

INCI:
Dimethicone
Also known as:
Polydimethylsiloxane · PDMS

Benchmark silicone in personal care, available in multiple nominal viscosities. It provides a silky sensory feel, shine, and surface protection in hair and skin products, and also reduces the tackiness of emulsions.

Functions

Sensory emollientHair conditionerIn-process antifoam

Typical applications

  • Hair conditioners and serums
  • Creams and lotions
  • Makeup primers
  • Shaving products
PSE