Polysilicone-33
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polysilicone-33 is a polysilsesquioxane that also contains dimethyl siloxane groups. It is produced by the hydrolysis and condensation of dimethyldimethoxysilane, Methyltrimethoxysilane, propyltrimethoxysilane, Aminopropyl Triethoxysilane, octyltriethoxysilane, and phenyltrimethoxysilane
What does it do?
Polysilicone-33 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
EU regulatory status
Polysilicone-33 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-33?
Polysilicone-33 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polysilicone-33 is a polysilsesquioxane that also contains dimethyl siloxane groups. It is produced by the hydrolysis and condensation of dimethyldimethoxysilane, Methyltrimethoxysilane, propyltrimethoxysilane, Aminopropyl Triethoxysilane, octyltriethoxysilane, and phenyltrimethoxysilane
Is Polysilicone-33 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polysilicone-33 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polysilicone-33 do in cosmetic products?
Polysilicone-33 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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: 20/06/2016