Methyl/Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane
INCI: METHYL/PHENYL POLYSILSESQUIOXANE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Non-toxic and non-irritating to skin and mucous membranes; may be irritating to eyes. Polymethylsilsesquioxane (the closely related homopolymer) is considered safe for all skin types.. Unlike the 9 fragrance ingredients above, this is a functional silicone resin. It provides soft-focus/blurring effects by diffusing light to minimize appearance of pores and fine lines. Typical use levels: 4-10% in emulsified skin care; 2-5% in makeup formulations. Offers excellent thermal stability, water resi...
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl/Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane safe in cosmetics?
Non-toxic and non-irritating to skin and mucous membranes; may be irritating to eyes. Polymethylsilsesquioxane (the closely related homopolymer) is considered safe for all skin types.. Unlike the 9 fragrance ingredients above, this is a functional silicone resin. It provides soft-focus/blurring effects by diffusing light to minimize appearance of pores and fine lines. Typical use levels: 4-10% in emulsified skin care; 2-5% in makeup formulations. Offers excellent thermal stability, water resi... The EU classifies Methyl/Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl/Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane allowed in the EU?
Methyl/Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl/Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane do in cosmetics?
Methyl/Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane functions as: Film forming, skin conditioning, hair conditioning, texture enhancement. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Variable (polymer); CosIng Ref available.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl/Phenyl Polysilsesquioxane?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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