BIS-PEG-20 DIMETHICONE

Ingredient type: SILICONE

Silicone

✨ Role:
BIS-PEG-20 Dimethicone is used for its emollient and conditioning properties. It improves the texture of products, facilitating application and leaving the skin feeling soft and silky. It also helps create a protective barrier that maintains skin hydration.

Ingredient type:
Emulsifier

‍⚕️ Safety:
This ingredient is generally considered safe for use on the skin. However, it is important to note that it may contain traces of PEG, which can sometimes be irritating depending on individual sensitivity.

✨ Vegan:
Yes, this ingredient is generally considered vegan because it is synthetic and does not come from animal sources.

✨ Good to know:
Although well tolerated by most skin types, people with very sensitive or irritated skin should carry out a skin test beforehand. In addition, silicones can potentially form occlusive films, which is not always desirable for acne-prone skin.

Found in:
This compound is frequently used in moisturizers, serums, hair products and make-up to improve product texture and application.

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