DIMETHICONE/PHENYL VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER

Ingredient type:  SILICONE

Silicone

✨ Role: Dimethicone/Phenyl Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is used to improve the texture of cosmetic products. It gives the skin a soft and silky feel, while also helping to blur minor imperfections by smoothing the skin's surface.

Ingredient type: Emulsifier

Safety: Yes, this ingredient is considered safe for cosmetic use by regulatory agencies.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this compound is generally considered vegan because it is synthetic and does not come from animal sources.

✨ Good to know: It is non-comedogenic, which means it does not clog pores and is therefore suitable for acne-prone skin. However, very sensitive skin may occasionally react to silicones, although this is rare.

Found in: It is commonly found in moisturizers, makeup primers, facial serums, and some conditioners.

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