C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
A silicone structurant. It thickens the oil phase and stabilizes texture. Well tolerated.
Supporting ingredient
It gives a product its texture, stability or shelf life. It has no claimed effect on the skin, so an efficacy tier does not apply. What is known about its safety is below
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer (as listed in the INCI) is a silicone structurant. Its job is to thicken the oil phase and gel oils, which stabilizes the texture and improves the product's feel. It appears in solid bases, oil gels and long-wear formulas. It is a functional ingredient, not a cosmetic active. It does not moisturize or treat the skin; its work is the structure and feel of the formula. At that task it is effective and gives stable, pleasant textures. Applied topically it is not meaningfully absorbed, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Tolerance is high, with low irritation potential and low allergy risk. Silicone polymers of this type are considered well tolerated, including on sensitive skin.
Frequently asked questions
Is C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer safe during pregnancy?
C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer for?
C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer and what does it do in cosmetics?
A silicone structurant.
What's the INCI name for C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer?
The INCI name is C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer.
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Similar role in the formula
Other functional ingredients
C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone, C30-45 Alkyl Methicone, C30-45 Olefin, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Erythrulose, Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Oil, Polyquaternium-7, Steareth-20
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