LAURYL DIMETHICONE
Ingredient type: SILICONE
Silicone
✨ Role: Lauryl Dimethicone is an emollient and conditioning agent used to soften and smooth the skin by reducing moisture loss. It creates a protective barrier that leaves the skin feeling silky smooth.
Ingredient type: Fat-soluble
⚕️ Safety: Yes, it is generally considered safe for cosmetic use by regulatory agencies when used in accordance with guidelines.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is generally synthetic and suitable for vegan products.
✨ Note: Although it is non-comedogenic, it can be occlusive, making it less suitable for acne-prone skin. It tends to be well tolerated by most skin types.
Found in: Moisturizers, conditioners, and makeup products, including foundations and primers.
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