Polysilicone-5 (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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2,4,6,8-Tetramethylcyclotetrasiloxanes, homopolymer, reaction products with 3-(2-propenyloxy)-1,2-propanediol

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Polysilicones, also known as polysiloxanes, are silicon compounds in which the silicon atoms are linked together by oxygen bridges: -Si-O-Si-. Polysiloxanes, mostly polydimethylsiloxanes, are used in cleaning agents, cosmetics, deodorants, soaps and detergents. The number after the name defines the degree of polymerization of the substance.

Polysilcone-5 is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020