Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Also known as: dimethicone-vinyl-dimethicone-crosspolymer

DIM

1/10

Concern level

Low concern

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone-based polymer that provides a smooth texture and enhances product spreadability.

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

EWG Score

1/10

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

Moisturizing

Concerns

Silicone

Chemical Properties

pH Range

5.00 - 7.00

Typical Concentration

1.00% - 10.00%

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin7/10

oily skin6/10

sensitive skin5/10

acne prone6/10

mature skin7/10

normal skin7/10

Risks & Warnings

Generally safe; may cause build-up if used excessively.

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

The Ordinary

UV Filters SPF 45 Serum Sunscreen PA++++

The Ordinary

The Ordinary UV Filters SPF 45 Serum Sunscreen for Face, Lightweight Hydrating Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen, UVA/UVB Protection, Non-Comedogenic, No White Cast, 2 Fl Oz

Estée Lauder

Advanced Night Repair Eye Supercharged Gel Eye Cream with Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamin E

CeraVe

CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream, Peptide Complex, Hyaluronic Acid & Ceramide Moisturizer for Face, 1.7 Ounce

Supergoop!

Unseen Sunscreen Invisible Broad Spectrum SPF 50 PA +++

Supergoop!

Mini Unseen Sunscreen SPF 50 Invisible Sun Protection for Face

LANEIGE

Bouncy + Firm Radiance Boosting Sleeping Mask with Peony Collagen Complex

belif

Moisturizing Eye Bomb with Peptide and Ceramide

Paula's Choice

5% Vitamin C Sheer Facial Moisturizer SPF 50

Dr. Jart+

Every Sun Day™ Invisible Korean Sunscreen Stick SPF 40