Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer
What Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer is & what it does
A silicone elastomer that gives a velvety, blurring finish and helps lock the formula in place. It refines texture and reduces shine.
What does Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer do in skincare?
Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer is a silicone-based polymer used as a skin-conditioning and texture-enhancing agent. It helps give products a smooth, silky slip and can support a soft-focus, even feel on the skin. It is often used in primers, sunscreens, and lotions for a pleasant glide.
Is Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer safe?
This silicone crosspolymer is generally considered safe and is widely used in cosmetics. Silicones of this type are largely inert and sit on the skin's surface rather than penetrating. They are typically well tolerated, including by sensitive skin.
Does Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer clog pores?
Silicone polymers like this one are generally considered low risk for clogging pores and are often described as non-comedogenic. They form a breathable, lightweight film on the skin's surface. Individual reactions can still vary, so monitor how your own skin responds.
Sunscreens with Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer
We rate 49 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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Niche Beauty Lab Transparent Lab Invisible Sunscreen SPF 50+
89/100
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SVR Sun Secure Blur Mousse Cream SPF 50+
89/100
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SVR Sun Secure Blur SPF 50+
89/100
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Hello Sunday The One That'S Got It All - Sun Primer
85/100
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Sun Pharma Photostable Acne Sunscreen Gel SPF 55+ Pa+++
82/100
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SVR Sun Secure Extreme Spf50 +
81/100
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Murana Fotoprotector Facial En Gel SPF 50+
79/100
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Frezyderm Velvet Face Sun Cream SPF 50+
78/100
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Frezyderm Sun Screen Velvet Face Spf 50+
78/100
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Frezyderm Sun Screen Color Velvet Face Cream SPF50+
77/100