Stearyl Dimethicone
What Stearyl Dimethicone is & what it does
A silicone wax that thickens and conditions, giving a smooth, velvety feel and a light protective film. It helps stabilize and structure the formula.
What does Stearyl Dimethicone do in skincare?
Stearyl Dimethicone is a silicone-based ingredient used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent. It helps give products a smooth, silky feel and can support a soft finish and water resistance in some formulas. It is often chosen to improve texture and spreadability.
Does Stearyl Dimethicone clog pores?
Silicones like Stearyl Dimethicone are generally considered low risk for clogging pores and are often described as non-comedogenic, though individual responses vary. How a finished product feels depends on the entire formula rather than one ingredient. If you are prone to congestion, it is reasonable to see how your skin responds.
Is Stearyl Dimethicone natural or synthetic?
Stearyl Dimethicone is a synthetic ingredient. It belongs to the silicone family, which is manufactured rather than taken directly from a plant or animal source. It is produced to give consistent texture and performance in cosmetic formulas.
Sunscreens with Stearyl Dimethicone
We rate 39 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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Biodermal Sunscreen For Dry To Very Dry Skin SPF 50+
94/100
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Biodermal Zonnelotion Voor De Zongevoelige Huid SPF 50
94/100
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medipharma Hyaluron Sonnenpflege Gesicht Lsf 50+ /Hyaluron Sun Care Face SPF 50+
91/100
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HIRUDO DERM Sun Protect Ultra Protect Face Spf 50+
84/100
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Akumentis Healthcare Ltd Mis D Sun Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50 Pa+++
83/100
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Clinique Redness Solutions Daily Protective Base SPF 15
83/100
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OMI Menturm Verdio UV Moisture Gel Sunscreen
83/100
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Clinique City Block Sheer Oil-free Daily Face Protector Broad Spectrum SPF 25 Primer
82/100
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Vanicream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 (Discontinued)
82/100
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Bepanthol Sun Face Cream Spf50+
81/100