Methyl Trimethicone
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning, solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,1,1,3,5,5,5-Heptamethyl-3-(trimethylsilyloxy)trisiloxane
What does it do?
Methyl Trimethicone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
Methyl Trimethicone 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 Methyl Trimethicone?
Methyl Trimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,1,1,3,5,5,5-Heptamethyl-3-(trimethylsilyloxy)trisiloxane
Is Methyl Trimethicone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Methyl Trimethicone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Methyl Trimethicone do in cosmetic products?
Methyl Trimethicone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning, solvent.
What is the CAS number of Methyl Trimethicone?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Methyl Trimethicone is 17928-28-8.
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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: 21/11/2016