Dimethicone Pg-Sunflowerseedate
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dimethicone PG-Sunflowerseedate is the organic compound that conforms to the formula, where R represents the fatty acids derived from Helianthus Annuus (Asteraceae) Seed Oil.
What does it do?
Dimethicone Pg-Sunflowerseedate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Dimethicone Pg-Sunflowerseedate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dimethicone Pg-Sunflowerseedate?
Dimethicone Pg-Sunflowerseedate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dimethicone PG-Sunflowerseedate is the organic compound that conforms to the formula, where R represents the fatty acids derived from Helianthus Annuus (Asteraceae) Seed Oil.
Is Dimethicone Pg-Sunflowerseedate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dimethicone Pg-Sunflowerseedate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dimethicone Pg-Sunflowerseedate do in cosmetic products?
Dimethicone Pg-Sunflowerseedate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting, viscosity controlling.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 24/04/2018