Other ingredient
Vinyl Dimethicone
A linear dimethicone polymer with vinyl end groups used as a slip agent and texture modifier in cosmetics; also serves as a reactive component in silicone elastomer and gel systems.
Also known as: vinyldimethicone, vinyl-terminated dimethicone
slip agentemollientfilm-forming agenttexture modifier
Benefits
- ✓Imparts a silky, smooth skin feel
- ✓Improves spreadability and slip of cosmetic formulas
- ✓Acts as a reactive silicone in crosslinked gel networks
Watch for
- ⚠Bioaccumulation potential of silicones in aquatic environments; not biodegradable
