Silica Silylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticaking, antifoaming, bulking in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Amorphous silica, reaction products with trimethylsilane
What does it do?
Silica Silylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
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Antifoaming
reduces or prevents foam formation during processing or use
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Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Silica 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 Silylate?
Silica Silylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Amorphous silica, reaction products with trimethylsilane
Is Silica Silylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Silica Silylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Silica Silylate do in cosmetic products?
Silica Silylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticaking, antifoaming, bulking, emulsion stabilising, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling.
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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