Dimethicone/Divinyldimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
AKA: Silicone Crosspolymer, Silicone Resin
Synthetic
Humectant
Barrier Support
Silicone
Clean
Dimethicone/Divinyldimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer is a crosslinked copolymer of Dimethicone, Divinyldimethicone and silsesquioxane monomers
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
Functions
Anticaking
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Viscosity Controlling
Nourishes & Protects
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A crosslinked silicone hybrid polymer created for advanced cosmetic formulations. Developed to provide superior texture, adherence, and sensory benefits in color cosmetics and skincare.
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Restricted By
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR