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Dimethiconol

Hydroxy-terminated polydimethylsiloxane

Safety Notes

Non-cyclic silicone; no environmental restriction like D4/D5/D6; widely used in hair care for smoothing and shine; well tolerated

Function & Common Use

Function

Emollient / Skin conditioning / Hair conditioning

Category

Silicone

Common In

Hair serums, leave-on conditioners, moisturisers

Origin

Synthetic

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dimethiconol safe to use in skincare?

Dimethiconol has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Non-cyclic silicone; no environmental restriction like D4/D5/D6; widely used in hair care for smoothing and shine; well tolerated

Is Dimethiconol allowed in India?

Dimethiconol is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Dimethiconol used for in cosmetics?

Dimethiconol functions as: Emollient / Skin conditioning / Hair conditioning. It is commonly found in: Hair serums, leave-on conditioners, moisturisers.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

Identifiers

CAS31692-79-2

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