STEARYL METHICONE

Ingredient type: SILICONE

✨ Role: Stearyl Methicone is a silicone polymer used in cosmetic products for its conditioning properties. It forms a protective barrier on the skin, helping to reduce moisture loss and leaving a soft feel. It is often used to improve the texture and spreadability of a product on the skin.

Ingredient type: Fat-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: This ingredient is generally considered safe for cosmetic use when properly formulated.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ To know: Although generally non-irritating, silicone-based products can cause discomfort in some people by clogging pores, especially with excessive use or on blemish-prone skin.

Found in: Stearyl Methicone is often found in moisturizers, body lotions, hair products, foundations and face primers to improve texture and application.