Cetyl Dimethicone

Cetyl dimethicone is a silicone polymer that acts as an emollient and skin conditioning agent. It provides a smooth, silky feel to the skin and helps to reduce tackiness in formulations. It also forms a breathable barrier on the skin, which can help to reduce moisture loss.

BenefitModerate 1.7 / 4

Texture i1.8 / 4

Whether it can improve smoothness and surface texture — roughness, flaking, clogged pores, or unevenness. Exfoliating acids, retinoids, and smoothing moisturizers may score here.

Hydration i1.5 / 4

Whether the ingredient helps increase the skin’s water content — humectants that attract water, ingredients that reduce water loss, or ones that make skin feel less dry.

Barrier support i1.5 / 4

Whether it supports the skin barrier — restoring lipids, reducing water loss, aiding barrier repair, or strengthening the skin’s protective function.

RiskVery low 0 / 4

Rated by SpottyLabs' ingredient methodology, independent of brands.

What it helps with

• improves skin feel
• reduces tackiness
• forms a protective barrier

Products with Cetyl Dimethicone

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Frequently asked questions

Is cetyl dimethicone a 'bad' silicone?

No, cetyl dimethicone is a safe and widely used silicone in cosmetics. It is not associated with the negative environmental or health concerns sometimes raised about other silicone types, and it provides beneficial skin conditioning properties.