Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer
AKA “Silicone-Polysorbate Crosspolymer”
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Hydroxypropyl dimethicone/polysorbate 20 crosspolymer
AKA: Silicone-Polysorbate Crosspolymer
Ingredient · Hair Fixing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Silicone
Not Clean
Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer is a copolymer of Hydroxypropyldimethicone and Polysorbate 20 crosslinked with Succinic Acid
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
State
Solid
See origin →
Functions
Hair Fixing
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Fights Bacteria
Holds hair in place
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic hybrid polymer created in the late 20th century combining silicone and polysorbate technologies. Designed to provide silky texture and improved stability in cosmetic emulsions.
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 Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR