Vinyldimethicone
A cosmetic ingredient used as viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Silicones and siloxanes, dimethyl, ethenyl methyl, ethenyldimethylsilyl terminated
What does it do?
Vinyldimethicone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Vinyldimethicone 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 Vinyldimethicone?
Vinyldimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Silicones and siloxanes, dimethyl, ethenyl methyl, ethenyldimethylsilyl terminated
Is Vinyldimethicone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Vinyldimethicone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Vinyldimethicone do in cosmetic products?
Vinyldimethicone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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