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For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Always consult a dermatologist for skin concerns.

Cetyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

1% line markerAI-analyzed

INCI: CETYL DIMETHICONE/BIS-VINYLDIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER

texture enhancerthickeneroil absorberfilm former

What it does

A silicone crosspolymer that provides a silky, powdery feel, acts as a thickener, and can absorb oil, making it useful for mattifying and texture enhancement.

Skin Concerns

Beneficial for

oily skinlarge porestexturedullness

Safety & Science

Safety summary

Generally considered safe for cosmetic use.

1% line marker

This ingredient is commonly used as a marker to identify where ingredients drop below 1% concentration on the label.

Found In Products

Related Ingredients

At a Glance

INCI Name: CETYL DIMETHICONE/BIS-VINYLDIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER
Common Name: Cetyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Functions: texture enhancer, thickener, oil absorber, film former
Products: 4 products

For informational purposes only. This is not medical advice. Always patch test new products and consult a dermatologist for skin concerns.

Cetyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer — Skincare Ingredient Guide — Dermasift — Dermasift