CYCLOPENTASILOXANE

Ingredient type:SILICONE

Silicone

Ingredient to avoid during pregnancy: Yes

Suspected endocrine disruptor

✨ Role: Cyclopentasiloxane is used in cosmetic products as a conditioning agent and emollient. It helps smooth the skin, improve the texture of formulations, and provide a light, silky feel without leaving a greasy residue.

Ingredient type: Fat-soluble

Safety: Yes, cyclopentasiloxane is generally considered safe for cosmetic use, according to regulatory authority assessments.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is generally synthetic in origin and is therefore suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Note: Although cyclopentasiloxane is considered safe for cosmetic use, its impact on the environment, particularly in aquatic habitats, is sometimes debated. It evaporates easily from the skin, making it suitable for light formulations.

Found in: Frequently used in serums, moisturizers, hair care products, and makeup bases.

Comedogenic rating: