Stearyl/Aminopropyl Methicone Copolymer

Ingredient type: SILICONE

✨ Role: Stearyl/Aminopropyl Methicone Copolymer is used primarily as a conditioning and moisturizing agent in cosmetic products. It helps to soften and smooth hair as well as increase the fluidity of formulations, which can improve the application of products to skin and hair.

Ingredient type: Emulsifier

‍⚕️ Safety: this ingredient is generally considered safe for use in cosmetics, although a skin test is always recommended if you have sensitive skin.

✨ Vegan: Potentially non-vegan, as some copolymers may be derived from animal sources or their derivatives. Check with the manufacturer for more certainty.

✨ Good to know: This ingredient is mainly used in hair products for its moisturizing and smoothing properties. Silicones, like this copolymer, can sometimes build up in the hair, requiring deep cleansing to remove residues.

Present in: Conditioners, leave-in hair care products, some skin moisturizers and hair finishing products.