Methicone

Methicone

AKA “METHICONE [INCI], RefChem:811725, DTXCID201436379, TXYXVOOPRILIHR-UHFFFAOYSA-N, 2-OXASILINANE”

Synthetic

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Ingredient Facts

Methicone

AKA: METHICONE [INCI], RefChem:811725, DTXCID201436379, TXYXVOOPRILIHR-UHFFFAOYSA-N, 2-OXASILINANE

Synthetic · Antistatic | Conditioning | Emollient · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived

Emollient

Skin Conditioner

Silicone

Synthetic

Clean

A silicone that smooths hair and skin while reducing frizz and static. It creates a soft, conditioned feel without leaving residue.

Family

N/A – Methicone is not derived from plants

Formula

C5H11OSi

Mol. Weight

115.23

CAS #

9004-73-3

Plant-Derived

Botanical-Derived Synthetic. Methicone is derived from dimethicone, a silicone polymer made from silicon and methyl groups. It is synthesized through polymerization of dimethylsiloxane monomers via hydrolytic condensation processes.

Function

Antistatic | Conditioning | Emollient

Benefits

Reduces Static

Conditions Skin

Softens & Smooths

Reduces Flyaways

Traditional Use

Developed as a silicone-based polymer in the mid-20th century. Introduced to cosmetics in the 1950s-1960s as a skin protectant and water-repellent agent.