Cetyl Hexacosyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer
AKA “Silicone crosspolymer, Cetyl silicone blend”
Emollient
Ingredient Facts
Cetyl hexacosyl dimethicone/bis-vinyldimethicone crosspolymer
AKA: Silicone crosspolymer, Cetyl silicone blend
Emollient · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Silicone
Not Clean
Cetyl Hexacosyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer is a crosslinked polymer of Cetyl Hexacosyl Dimethicone and Bis-Vinyldimethicone.
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
State
Solid
See origin →
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
An advanced silicone crosspolymer developed in the late 20th century for premium cosmetic applications. Engineered to provide superior conditioning, smoothness, and product texture in high-end skincare.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Restricted By
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR