Polysilicone-3
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Silanetriol, (3-(2-hydroxy-3-sulfothiopropyl)oxypropyl-, 2-acetylamino-4-methylthiobutanoate, sodium salt, homopolymer, .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy-, bisdextran ether
What does it do?
Polysilicone-3 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
Polysilicone-3 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-3?
Polysilicone-3 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Silanetriol, (3-(2-hydroxy-3-sulfothiopropyl)oxypropyl-, 2-acetylamino-4-methylthiobutanoate, sodium salt, homopolymer, .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy-, bisdextran ether
Is Polysilicone-3 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polysilicone-3 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polysilicone-3 do in cosmetic products?
Polysilicone-3 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Polysilicone-3?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polysilicone-3 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