Silica Mercaptopropyl Silylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, antimicrobial, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Silica Mercaptopropyl Silylate is the product obtained by the hydrolysis and condensation of a mixture of Mercaptopropyltrimethoxysilane and Tetraethyl Orthosilicate.
What does it do?
Silica Mercaptopropyl Silylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-sebum
helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Silica Mercaptopropyl Silylate 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 Silica Mercaptopropyl Silylate?
Silica Mercaptopropyl Silylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Silica Mercaptopropyl Silylate is the product obtained by the hydrolysis and condensation of a mixture of Mercaptopropyltrimethoxysilane and Tetraethyl Orthosilicate.
Is Silica Mercaptopropyl Silylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Silica Mercaptopropyl Silylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Silica Mercaptopropyl Silylate do in cosmetic products?
Silica Mercaptopropyl Silylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, antimicrobial, skin conditioning, skin protecting.
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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: 03/06/2020