OH DAISEY INGREDIENT LIBRARY
Methicone
A silicone polymer used to improve spreadability, reduce tackiness, and provide water-resistant properties. Current evidence supports its safe cosmetic use.
OH DAISEY VERDICT
Approved
Evidence level: Strong
Why Oh Daisey rates it this way
A silicone polymer used to improve spreadability, reduce tackiness, and provide water-resistant properties. Current evidence supports its safe cosmetic use.
What it does
Skin Conditioning; Water Repellent
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.