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Parkii Parkii (Shea) Butter Phenyl Trimethicone

Parkii Parkii (Shea) Butter Phenyl Trimethicone

PAR
8/10
Concern level
High concern

A silicone conditioning agent used to improve slip, spreadability, gloss, and water resistance while giving skin a silky, less greasy finish. The supplied name appears to combine shea butter and phenyl trimethicone, but the functional ingredient itself is phenyl trimethicone. ([paulaschoice-eu.com](https://www.paulaschoice-eu.com/phenyl-trimethicone/ingredient-phenyl-trimethicone.html?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging
Low
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data

Benefits

MoisturizingImproves TextureSupports Barrier Function

Concerns

Silicone

Chemical Properties

Molecular Weight
372.75 g/mol
Typical Concentration
0.10% - 15.00%
CAS Number: 2116-84-9

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin8/10
oily skin7/10
sensitive skin8/10
acne prone6/10
mature skin8/10
normal skin9/10

Interactions

incompatible with:

Risks & Warnings

Generally low risk, but can occasionally feel heavy for very acne-prone users or contribute to product occlusivity. Eye contact may sting. Like most silicones, it is not inherently comedogenic, but the finished formula matters. ([paulaschoice-eu.com](https://www.paulaschoice-eu.com/phenyl-trimethicone/ingredient-phenyl-trimethicone.html?utm_source=openai))

Vegan Cruelty-Free

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