Bis-Phenylisopropyl Phenylisopropyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
AKA “Silicone Crosspolymer
Humectant
Ingredient Facts
Bis-phenylisopropyl phenylisopropyl dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer
AKA: Silicone Crosspolymer
Humectant · Humectant · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Humectant
Silicone
Not Clean
Bis-Phenylisopropyl Phenylisopropyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a copolymer of phenylisopropyl dimethicone crosslinked with vinyl dimethicone
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
State
Solid
See origin →
Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A 21st-century silicone elastomer crosspolymer developed for cosmetics. Designed to create a lightweight, flexible film on skin that provides water resistance and long-wear properties.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR