Polysilicone-12
A cosmetic ingredient used as opacifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Cyclosiloxanes, methyl 3-(4-carboxyphenoxy)propyl, esters with cholesterol and 4-hydroxyphenyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate, polymers with cholesteryl -2-methyl-2-propenoate and 4-(4-(2-propenyloxy)phenylcarbonyloxy)phenyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate
What does it do?
Polysilicone-12 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
EU regulatory status
Polysilicone-12 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-12?
Polysilicone-12 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cyclosiloxanes, methyl 3-(4-carboxyphenoxy)propyl, esters with cholesterol and 4-hydroxyphenyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate, polymers with cholesteryl -2-methyl-2-propenoate and 4-(4-(2-propenyloxy)phenylcarbonyloxy)phenyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate
Is Polysilicone-12 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polysilicone-12 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polysilicone-12 do in cosmetic products?
Polysilicone-12 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: opacifying.
What is the CAS number of Polysilicone-12?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polysilicone-12 is -.
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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