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Trifluoropropyl Dimethiconol

What Trifluoropropyl Dimethiconol is & what it does

Trifluoropropyl Dimethiconol is a fluorinated silicone polymer, a variant of dimethiconol carrying fluorinated side groups. It is commonly used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent that imparts a smooth, silky slip and a water-resistant, non-greasy finish. The fluorinated groups add extra resistance to oil and water, which is useful in long-wear and sun-care products. It is generally considered a well-tolerated silicone ingredient.

What is Trifluoropropyl Dimethiconol?

It is a fluorinated silicone polymer, a variant of dimethiconol carrying fluorinated side groups. It is used as an emollient and conditioning agent.

What does Trifluoropropyl Dimethiconol do in sunscreen?

It imparts a smooth, silky slip and a water-resistant, non-greasy finish, with the fluorinated groups adding extra resistance to oil and water. This makes it useful in long-wear and sun-care products.

Is Trifluoropropyl Dimethiconol safe?

It is generally considered a well-tolerated silicone ingredient with no concerns flagged in this catalog. It works mainly to improve texture and wear.

Sunscreens with Trifluoropropyl Dimethiconol

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