HEXADECYL METHICONE
Ingredient type:SILICONE
Silicone
✨ Role: Hexadecyl methicone is used in cosmetic products to improve the texture and soft feel of the skin. It gives a smooth, velvety effect, often sought after in skincare and make-up.
Ingredient type: Fat-soluble
⚕️ Safety: Considered safe for use in cosmetic products.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered vegan.
✨ To know: Hexadecyl methicone is a type of silicone, so probably best avoided by people seeking to avoid products containing silicones due to concerns about their persistence in the environment. May be comedogenic in some people.
Found in: Often used in moisturizers, foundations, make-up bases and hair products for its texture-enhancing properties.
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