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POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE/SILICA CROSSPOLYMER

88

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A silicone-silica composite microsphere polymer — gives cosmetics a soft-focus optical blur and a velvety, silky skin feel. Chemically inert with strong skin tolerance; main caveat is environmental persistence.

Function

OPACIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Soft-focus optical blur
  • Silky skin feel
  • Inert composite

Known concerns

  • Microplastic and silicone persistence concerns
  • Inhalation caution for loose-powder use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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