Siloxanes and silicones, methyl hydrogen, reaction products with .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxypoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) (8 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
67674-68-8
Form
Liquid
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Functions
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.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic ingredient combining polyethylene glycol with silicone (methicone), developed in the late 20th century to create silicone-based emulsifiers with improved water compatibility.