Polysilicone-1 Crosspolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polysilicone-1 Crosspolymer is a copolymer of Dimethicone, Hydrogen Dimethicone and silsesquioxane monomers crosslinked with Bis-Vinyldimethicone
What does it do?
Polysilicone-1 Crosspolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Polysilicone-1 Crosspolymer 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 Polysilicone-1 Crosspolymer?
Polysilicone-1 Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polysilicone-1 Crosspolymer is a copolymer of Dimethicone, Hydrogen Dimethicone and silsesquioxane monomers crosslinked with Bis-Vinyldimethicone
Is Polysilicone-1 Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polysilicone-1 Crosspolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polysilicone-1 Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?
Polysilicone-1 Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Polysilicone-1 Crosspolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polysilicone-1 Crosspolymer is 1004791-75-6.
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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