Polysilicone-1 (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Polysilicone-1 is a substance used in cosmetic formulations where it acts as a moisturizer (increases the water content of the skin).
Polysilicones (polysilicones, polymeric siloxanes) are long-chain silicon compounds in which the silicon atoms are linked with each other via oxygen bridges.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer