Dimethicone/ Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
AKA: Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer
Synthetic
Occlusive
Silicone
Clean
Dimethicone/ Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient. Rated low hazard by EWG.
CAS #
869736-22-1(1)
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Viscosity Controlling
Moisturizing
Provides scent
Traditional Use
A silicone-based polymer developed in the mid-20th century as a skin protectant and conditioning agent. Used in cosmetics since the 1950s to create smooth, silky textures and improve product spreadability.
EWG
2
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
Restricted By
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-2
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR