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Vinyl Dimethicone
Vinyl Dimethicone (CAS #53529-60-5) is a silicone and siloxane compound described as dimethyl, ethenyl methyl, ethenyldimethylsilyl terminated. It belongs to the broader family of dimethicone silicones. According to CosIng, its official function is viscosity controlling, meaning it is used to adjust the thickness and flow of cosmetic formulations.
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Vinyl Dimethicone primarily serves as a viscosity-controlling agent in cosmetic formulations, helping to regulate texture and consistency. Beyond this functional role, no additional skin benefits are described in the source.
viscosity-controlling
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