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Fact Sheet: Cyclomethicone

INCI name: Cyclomethicone.

Function: Antistatic, emollient, hair conditioner, humectant, skin care agent, solvent, viscosity control agent.

Origin: Synthetic.

Concentration allowed by European regulations : Up to 0.1% in water rinsable cosmetic products. However, in such concentrations, it will no longer be able to exert its intended action.

Where to find it / them? : Deodorants, hair oils, tonic lotions, self-tanning gels.

Risks to health: Suspected endocrine disruptor.

Risks to the environment : Bioaccumulative substance.

More information : Mixture of silicones D4, D5 and D6 in variable proportions.