Triphenyl Trimethicone
A cosmetic ingredient used as antifoaming, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Silicones and siloxanes, diphenyl, methyl phenyl, trimethylsilyl terminated
What does it do?
Triphenyl Trimethicone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antifoaming
reduces or prevents foam formation during processing or use
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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
EU regulatory status
Triphenyl Trimethicone 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 Triphenyl Trimethicone?
Triphenyl Trimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Silicones and siloxanes, diphenyl, methyl phenyl, trimethylsilyl terminated
Is Triphenyl Trimethicone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Triphenyl Trimethicone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Triphenyl Trimethicone do in cosmetic products?
Triphenyl Trimethicone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antifoaming, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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