Perfluorooctylethyl trimethoxysilane
Ingredient type: OTHER
Ingredient to avoid during pregnancy: Yes
PFAS
✨ Role: Perfluorooctylethyl trimethoxysilane is used in cosmetic products for its water-resistant properties. It forms a protective film on the skin, helping to improve the durability and hold of products on the skin.
Ingredient type: Hydrophobic
⚕️ Safety: This ingredient is generally considered safe in the concentrations used in cosmetics.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is generally of synthetic origin and is compatible with vegan formulations.
✨ Please note: Although widely tolerated, people with very sensitive skin may experience slight irritation. It is always advisable to test a product containing this ingredient on a small area of skin before wider use.
Present in: This compound is often used in long-lasting make-up, nail polish and certain suncare products for its water-repellent and fixing properties.
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