The ingredient, explained

Dimethicone crosspolymer

A published expert assessment examines cosmetic-use safety.

Ingredient guide

What it is and what it does

Dimethicone crosspolymer is a crosslinked silicone polymer. It can be supplied as an elastomer powder to change a cosmetic formula's texture and feel; it is separately named from liquid dimethicone and dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer.

About this ingredient: Dow: Dimethicone Crosspolymer formulation powder ↗

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A closer look

What the research shows

Safety assessment

This exact crosspolymer is expressly included in the assessment supporting the cosmetic uses and concentrations described.

What this does not tell us

The assessment combines safety data and read-across across named polymers, with residual-monomer considerations. It is not a trial of visible skincare benefits.

Sources for this summary. PubMed 24861370 ↗

Research review checked Oct 1, 2026

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Ingredient research is not proof that a product containing this ingredient works.