Diphenyl Dimethicone

Diphenyl Dimethicone

AKA “Diphenylmethyl Dimethicone”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Diphenyl dimethicone

AKA: Diphenylmethyl Dimethicone

Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Emollient

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Skin Conditioner

Hair Care

Silicone

Synthetic

Clean

Silicones and siloxanes, dimethyl, diphenyl Science: Functions: Antifoaming, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

CAS #

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Form

Liquid

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Functions

Antifoaming

Hair 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.

Emulsifying

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Locks In Moisture

Traditional Use

A silicone polymer developed in the mid-20th century as an advanced version of dimethicone. Designed to provide superior lubricity, water resistance, and skin feel compared to earlier silicone formulations.