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Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a crosslinked silicone elastomer described as a white, elastomeric silicone powder. Its CAS number is 243137-53-3, and its official CosIng function is listed as viscosity controlling. It is chemically described as siloxanes and silicones, dimethyl, polymers with mono[(ethenyldimethylsilyl)oxy]-terminated dimethyl siloxanes.
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Imparts a silky and powdery skin feel to cosmetic formulations. It also has oil and sebum absorption capabilities, making it useful in mattifying and pore-blurring products.
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