DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER
DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER is a cross-linked silicone polymer, also known as a dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer. Rather than behaving like a fluid silicone oil, its interconnected network forms a silicone elastomer: a soft, gel-like material that can change the consistency of a cosmetic blend.
DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER: what it is
DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER is a cross-linked silicone polymer, also known as a dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer. Rather than behaving like a fluid silicone oil, its interconnected network forms a silicone elastomer: a soft, gel-like material that can change the consistency of a cosmetic blend.
It is made by reacting silicones that contain hydrogen or vinyl groups, creating a dimethyl siloxane network. It is therefore not a plant ingredient, a vegetable oil, or simply a liquid form of dimethicone. The word “crosspolymer” points to that interconnected structure, which gives it a different texture from linear silicones.
DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER: what it does in cosmetics
In makeup, sunscreen, and personal-care products, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER can add body and help a formula spread more evenly. Viscosity control can make a gel, cream, or primer less runny, while skin conditioning can translate into a smoother, softer surface feel after the product is applied.
Its contribution is mainly physical and sensory, and it depends on the other ingredients and the amount used. It may support the product's slip and even-looking finish, but it is not, on its own, a treatment for acne, dark spots, wrinkles, or skin disease.
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