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Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Polymethylsilsesquioxane is a polymer formed by hydrolysis and condensation of methyltrimethoxysilane (CAS #: 68554-70-1). It is a spherical texturizing powder used as a texture enhancer and soft focus agent in cosmetic formulations. It is claimed to impart a silicone-type softness to formulas and also functions as a temporary wrinkle filler.
Evidence level
weakEWG score
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Acts as a soft focus agent to visually blur the appearance of imperfections and temporarily fill wrinkles. Provides a silicone-like softness and smooth texture to cosmetic formulas. Listed under the CosIng function of opacifying.
pore-minimizinganti-agingsoft-focustexture-enhancingmattifying
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