Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Siloxanes and Silicones, 3-(tri(oxy-2-hydroxypropylene))oxypropyl methyl, 2-trimethylsilylpoly(oxydimethylsilyl)ethyl methyl, dimethyl
What does it do?
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone 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
EU regulatory status
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone 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 Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone?
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Siloxanes and Silicones, 3-(tri(oxy-2-hydroxypropylene))oxypropyl methyl, 2-trimethylsilylpoly(oxydimethylsilyl)ethyl methyl, dimethyl
Is Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone do in cosmetic products?
Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning.
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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: 15/10/2010