Stearoxymethicone/dimethicone Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Silicones and siloxanes, dimethyl, octadecyloxy methyl, trimethylsilyl terminated
What does it do?
Stearoxymethicone/dimethicone Copolymer 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
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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
Stearoxymethicone/dimethicone Copolymer 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 Stearoxymethicone/dimethicone Copolymer?
Stearoxymethicone/dimethicone Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Silicones and siloxanes, dimethyl, octadecyloxy methyl, trimethylsilyl terminated
Is Stearoxymethicone/dimethicone Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Stearoxymethicone/dimethicone Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Stearoxymethicone/dimethicone Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Stearoxymethicone/dimethicone Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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