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Emulsifier

BIS-C16-18 ALKYL GLYCERYL UNDECYL DIMETHICONE

80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A waxy alkyl-glyceryl silicone that thickens and stabilises silicone-rich formulas — gives premium balms a soft, smooth feel. No documented safety concerns at cosmetic use levels.

Function

EMULSION STABILISINGFILM FORMINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Stabilizes water-in-silicone emulsions
  • Creates rich, balm-like texture
  • Smooth waxy skin feel
  • Improves spreadability of pigments

Known concerns

  • Limited published toxicology — class-analogy only
  • Synthetic polymer; not biodegradable

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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