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Dimethicone

Dimethicone
✨ Emollient ↗🛡️ Occlusive ↗

Silicone based ingredient that creates a lightweight barrier on skin, locking in moisture while leaving a smooth, non-greasy feel.

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Safety: Excellent safety. Non-comedogenic.
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Comedogenic rating(likelihood of clogging pores)
0/5 — Will not clog pores
✓ Does not disqualify fragrance-free, alcohol-free, SLS-free or paraben-free claims
Common names & aliases
DimeticonePolydimethylsiloxane (PDMS)PolydimethylsiloxanePDMS
Functions
✨ Emollient
Softens and smooths skin by filling microscopic gaps between skin cells.
🛡️ Occlusive
Forms a physical barrier on skin to seal in moisture and prevent water loss.
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