emollient
Dimethiconol
Generally safe·Strong evidence
Dimethiconol is a silicone emollient closely related to dimethicone, used to add slip and a smooth finish to creams and serums. It shares dimethicone's long-standing safety record and is considered non-sensitizing and non-comedogenic in typical use.
Questions
- Is dimethiconol a silicone?
- Yes. Dimethiconol is a silicone polymer used in cosmetics as an emollient and texture enhancer.
- Does it build up on skin?
- Published evidence does not support that dimethiconol builds up on skin with normal use. It washes off with cleansing.
- Is it safe?
- Cosmetic safety reviews show no identified concerns with dimethiconol at typical use levels.
Products with Dimethiconol
- 100Tizo3 Facial Primer Tinted SPF 40
- 100ColorescienceSunforgettable Total Protection Sport Stick
- 100OlaySuper Eyes Daily Eye Serum
- 100VanicreamSunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+
- 100NYX Professional MakeupTotal Control Foundation
- 99Dr. AltheaAzulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream
- 99Round LabMugwort Calming Cream
- 97CeraVeResurfacing Retinol Serum
- 97ColorescienceSunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Classic SPF 50
- 97La Roche-PosayLipikar Baume AP+
- 97NYX Professional MakeupBare With Me Tinted Skin Veil
- 97OlayEyes Ultimate Eye Cream
- 96CeraVeHydrating 100% Mineral Sunscreen for Face SPF 50
- 96CocoonWinter Melon Serum N15
- 95RevlonColorStay Flex Wear Full Cover Concealer
- 94wet n wildPhoto Focus Concealer
- 93NeutrogenaHydro Boost Eye Gel Cream
- 93L'OrealRevitalift Triple Power Eye Treatment
- 93L'Oreal ParisVoluminous Original Washable Mascara
- 92Paula's ChoiceWeightless Body Treatment 2% BHA
- 90TRESemmeKeratin Smooth Shampoo
- 89CetaphilDermaControl Oil Control Moisturizer SPF 30
- 89AveneVery High Protection Cream
- 88OlayNiacinamide + Peptide 24 Hydrating Cream
- 88OlayRegenerist Retinol24 Max Night Eye Cream
- 88OlayTotal Effects 7-in-1
- 88Dr. Jart+Vital Hydra Solution Water Cream Glow Moisturizer
- 88Charlotte TilburyMagic Cream
- 87FreshRose Deep Hydration Face Cream
- 87Kirkland SignatureMoisture Conditioner
- 86DavinesOI Conditioner
- 85Color WowColor Security Conditioner
- 84EucerinAdvanced Repair Body Lotion
- 84OlayRegenerist Retinol24 Night Serum
- 83DoveUltra Care Daily Moisture Shampoo
- 82Maria NilaTrue Soft Conditioner
- 80OlayVitamin C + Peptide 24 Serum
- 80OUAIMedium Hair Conditioner
- 79NeutrogenaHydro Boost Hydrating Serum
- 79L'Oreal ParisVoluminous Original Waterproof Mascara
- 77SVRSebiaclear Active
- 76SuaveMen Classic Clean Anti-Dandruff 2-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioner
- 75OlayComplete Cream All Day Moisturizer SPF 15
- 74BelifThe True Cream Aqua Bomb
- 72Head & ShouldersClassic Clean 2-in-1 Shampoo & Conditioner
- 72MaybellineSuperStay Vinyl Ink Liquid Lipstick Lippy
- 72Head & ShouldersClassic Clean 2-in-1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo + Conditioner
- 72AXETotal Fresh 3-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioner + Body Wash
- 71L'Oreal ParisHydra Genius Daily Liquid Care
- 70DoveBeauty Daily Moisture Shampoo
- 70DoveIntensive Repair Shampoo
- 69GarnierSkinactive Moisture Rescue Refreshing Gel-Cream
- 69SuaveMen Ocean Charge 2-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioner
- 68CetaphilDaily Facial Moisturizer SPF 50
- 68HaskellCavalo Forte Condicionador
- 67DoveMen+Care Fresh & Clean 2-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioner
- 66PanteneCurl Perfection Shampoo
- 65Herbal EssencesHydrate Coconut Milk Shampoo
- 63Head & ShouldersSmooth & Silky 2-in-1 Dandruff Shampoo + Conditioner
- 62SecretClinical Dry Spray Antiperspirant/Deodorant
- 61VerbGhost Oil
- 60SooryehanHyobidam Fermented Cream
- 57GarnierSkinActive Miracle Skin Perfector BB Cream
- 52NiveaBlack & White Invisible Original Spray
- 50Pond'sRejuveness Anti-Wrinkle Cream
- 41Bath and Body WorksPure Wonder
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Cosmetic information for general education, not medical advice. A verdict is a reading of the published evidence, never a guarantee for your skin: any ingredient can irritate someone, so patch test new products and see a professional if you react. Concern is graded on cited evidence, never on hazard-score lists. See how we score.