Cosmetic ingredient

AMODIMETHICONE

AMODIMETHICONE is a dimethylsiloxane polymer terminated with groups that include a chain containing amino groups. This structure identifies it as a modified silicone used in hair-care formulations.

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CAS number

71750-80-6

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AMODIMETHICONE: what it is

AMODIMETHICONE is a dimethylsiloxane polymer terminated with groups that include a chain containing amino groups. This structure identifies it as a modified silicone used in hair-care formulations.

AMODIMETHICONE: what it does in cosmetics

In cosmetics, it serves as an antistatic and hair-conditioning ingredient. The antistatic role relates to controlling static electricity, while the hair-conditioning role describes its use in products made for the hair.

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