Bis-Stearoxy Dimethicone
AKA “Stearoxy Silicone
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Bis-stearoxy dimethicone
AKA: Stearoxy Silicone
Ingredient · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Silicone
Not Clean
Bis-Stearoxy Dimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
CAS #
68554-53-0
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Conditions Skin
Softens & Smooths
Smooths and softens skin
Traditional Use
A silicone derivative developed in the late 20th century for cosmetics. Designed to provide occlusive and conditioning properties while improving the sensory feel of skincare and makeup formulations.
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