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C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

What C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is & what it does

A silicone-wax gellant that thickens oil and silicone phases and gives a smooth, cushiony feel. It helps stabilize and structure the formula.

What does C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer do in sunscreen?

C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone-based polymer commonly used as an emulsion stabilizer and texture agent. In sunscreens and creams it helps thicken the formula and keep oil and water phases stable. It can also improve the water resistance and smooth feel of a product.

Is C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer natural or synthetic?

C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a synthetic silicone polymer made for cosmetic use. It is not plant or animal derived. It belongs to the dimethicone family of silicones.

Does C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer clog pores?

C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone polymer, and silicones of this type are generally regarded as low risk for clogging pores. Individual skin reactions can still vary from person to person. If you are prone to breakouts, patch testing a new product is a sensible step.

Sunscreens with C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

We rate 61 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:

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