Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

What Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is & what it does

Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone-based polymer that combines a dimethicone backbone with cetearyl (fatty alcohol) groups in a cross-linked network. In formulas it works as an emollient and a thickening or gelling agent, giving products a smooth, silky texture. It is commonly used to stabilize emulsions and to create a velvety skin feel in creams and sunscreens.

What does Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer do in skincare?

Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone-based polymer that works as an emollient and a thickening or gelling agent. It helps stabilize emulsions and gives creams and sunscreens a smooth, velvety feel.

Is Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer safe in skincare?

It is a silicone polymer that is widely used in cosmetics and is generally considered safe and non-irritating. Silicones like this sit largely on the skin surface, and individual preferences and sensitivities can still vary.

Is Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer natural or synthetic?

Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is synthetic, built on a silicone (dimethicone) backbone that is cross-linked and combined with fatty alcohol groups. It is a lab-made polymer rather than a plant or animal derived ingredient.

Sunscreens with Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

We rate 34 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:

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