Hydrophobically treated amorphous silica; thickens oil phase; prevents caking; slip; flow agent in powder products; well-tolerated; amorphous (not crystalline)
Function & Common Use
Viscosity Agent / Slip Agent / Anticaking
Viscosity Agent
Anhydrous products oils deodorants powders
Mineral (treated synthetic silica)
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Silica Dimethyl Silylate safe to use in skincare?
Silica Dimethyl Silylate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Hydrophobically treated amorphous silica; thickens oil phase; prevents caking; slip; flow agent in powder products; well-tolerated; amorphous (not crystalline)
Is Silica Dimethyl Silylate allowed in India?
Silica Dimethyl Silylate is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Silica Dimethyl Silylate used for in cosmetics?
Silica Dimethyl Silylate functions as: Viscosity Agent / Slip Agent / Anticaking. It is commonly found in: Anhydrous products oils deodorants powders.
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