Non-cyclic silicone; no environmental restriction like D4/D5/D6; widely used in hair care for smoothing and shine; well tolerated
Function & Common Use
Emollient / Skin conditioning / Hair conditioning
Silicone
Hair serums, leave-on conditioners, moisturisers
Synthetic
Concentration Limits
No limit
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.
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