INCI · emollient · CIR review pending · used in 12 products
Phenyl Trimethicone
Phenyl Trimethicone is a silicone fluid with the CAS number 2116-84-9. It provides a non-oily, easy-to-spread emolliency to cosmetic formulas and acts as a water repellent additive. It also reduces the tackiness and stickiness of other ingredients in a formulation.
Evidence level
weakEWG score
—Comedogenic
—Category
emollient● Benefits
Imparts a lightweight, non-greasy feel to skin and hair formulations. It adds gloss, softness, and improved manageability to hair. It also functions as an antifoaming and skin conditioning agent.
hydratingbarrier-supportanti-acne
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