CAS # 541-02-6

Description:

CYCLOMETHICONE: Cyclomethicone is a silicon-based cyclic compound. It is mainly used as a conditioning agent, solvent, humectant, carrying agent and viscosity controlling agent. As its molecules are unable to penetrate the skin due to its size, it does not have any true moisturizing properties. They serves as a carrying agent for other ingredients contained in a product.

Cyclomethicone does not have any adverse effects on the human body, but being a silicone, concerns are make regarding the harmful effects it may have on the environment.

Cosmetic Function(s):

• Hair-Conditioning
• Antistatic
• Emollient
• Humectant
• Solvent
• Viscosity Controlling