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Lauryl Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer

What Lauryl Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer is & what it does

A silicone emollient that conditions skin and improves spread with a dry, silky feel. It also helps disperse pigments and filters.

What does Lauryl Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer do in skincare?

This ingredient is a silicone-based crosspolymer used as an emulsifier and texture agent, especially in water-in-silicone systems. It helps blend oil and water phases and gives products a smooth, silky feel. It is a formulation aid rather than an active.

Is Lauryl Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer safe?

This silicone crosspolymer is widely used as an emulsifier and is generally considered safe at the levels used in cosmetics. As a large polymer it stays on the surface of skin and is not expected to penetrate. If you have specific concerns, consult a dermatologist.

Is Lauryl Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer natural or synthetic?

It is synthetic, being a silicone polymer manufactured by chemically combining dimethicone-type and polyglycerin units. It does not occur in nature in this form. It also contains no animal-derived material, so it is generally suitable for vegan formulas.

Sunscreens with Lauryl Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer

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