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
Typical applications
- Hair conditioners and serums
- Creams and lotions
- Makeup primers
- Shaving products
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