Vinyldimethicone
What Vinyldimethicone is & what it does
Vinyldimethicone is a silicone polymer in which some methyl groups on the dimethicone chain are replaced by reactive vinyl groups. It serves as an emollient and conditioning agent, and its vinyl sites let it crosslink to form silicone elastomers and gels that give a soft, blurring, velvety feel. It is commonly used to improve texture and provide a smooth, dry finish in skincare and sun care. It is generally considered well tolerated, with no flagged concern here.
What is Vinyldimethicone?
Vinyldimethicone is a silicone polymer with reactive vinyl groups along its chain. It is used as an emollient and conditioning agent and can crosslink into silicone elastomers and gels.
What does Vinyldimethicone do in skincare?
It gives a soft, smooth, velvety feel and a dry, blurring finish, which is why it is added to improve texture in skincare and sun care.
Is Vinyldimethicone safe?
Silicones like Vinyldimethicone are generally considered well tolerated, and no concern is flagged for it in this catalog.
Sunscreens with Vinyldimethicone
We rate 4 sunscreens that contain it:
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Kose Cosmeport Suncut Aqualy UV Protect Gel SPF 50+ PA ++++
85/100
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Tocobo Vita Waterproof Sun Stick SPF 50+ PA++++
80/100
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Salv Zinc Pca + K19 - Azeloyl Diglycinate + Galactomyces 3 In 1 Tinted Hybrid Sunscreen SPF
73/100
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Chasin' Rabbits G'day Mate Sun Stick SPF 50+ Pa++++
63/100