Synonym(s)
Laurylmeticone copolyol
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"Lauryl" refers to lauryl alcohol as an alcoholic component. Methicone Copolyol is a general term for a group of polymers consisting of methicone and polyoxyethylene and/or polyoxypropylene.
Laurylmethicone copolyol is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as an emollient (softens and smoothes the skin) and emulsifier (changes the interfacial tension of liquids like water and oil so that they can be mixed together).
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer