INGREDIENT
Cyclomethicone
Silicone
Avoid
"Cyclomethicone" is a trade name for a mixture of cyclic silicones. Safety depends on which silicones are present. Products containing D4 or D6 may raise environmental and reproductive concerns.
Found in
0
Approved Products
Also known as
4
Synonyms
Function
Carrier, solvent, improves product feel and evaporation
Safety Meter
Avoid
Evidence Level
Moderate
CAS Number
Not listed
Category
Silicone
Function
Carrier, solvent, improves product feel and evaporation
Evidence Level
Moderate
Status
Avoid
Why Oh Daisey rates it this way
"Cyclomethicone" is a trade name for a mixture of cyclic silicones. Safety depends on which silicones are present. Products containing D4 or D6 may raise environmental and reproductive concerns.
What it does
Carrier, solvent, improves product feel and evaporation
How to read this rating
This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.
Sources
- 1 CIR, SCCS, ECHA, PubMed