Dimethiconol/Silica Crosspolymer

AKA: Silicone-Silica Crosspolymer

Synthetic

Occlusive

Not Clean

OriginDerived from dimethicone (silicone oil) and silica, both mineral-based synthetic materials. Synthesized through crosslinking reactions between dimethiconol and silica particles to form a copolymer.

Dimethiconol/Silica Crosspolymer is a copolymer of Dimethiconol and Silica

CAS #

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Form

Powder

State

Solid

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

General

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

Functions

Film Forming

Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.

Creates Protective Barrier

The paper trail

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EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR