Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer

AKA “Silicone Polymer, Crosslinked Silicone”

Synthetic

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Ingredient Facts

Polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone/bis-vinyldimethicone crosspolymer

AKA: Silicone Polymer, Crosslinked Silicone

Synthetic · Viscosity Controlling | Film Forming | Skin Conditioning | Emollient · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Emollient

Occlusive

Skin Conditioner

Silicone

Synthetic

Clean

Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer is a copolymer of polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone crosslinked with Bis-Vinyldimethicone Science: Functions: Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

CAS #

-

Form

Liquid

State

Solid

Synthetic

Synthetic. Derived from silicone polymers, specifically polydimethylsiloxane and vinyl-functional silicone compounds as starting materials. Synthesized through cross-linking polymerization of polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone with bis-vinyldimethicone monomers via hydrosilylation reaction.

Function

Viscosity Controlling | Film Forming | Skin Conditioning | Emollient

Benefits

Controls Viscosity

Traditional Use

A crosslinked silicone polymer developed in the 1980s-1990s for advanced skincare formulations. Provides long-lasting hydration, improved texture, and silky feel while maintaining skin breathability.

Skin Types

all-skin-types

Best For

Target

General

Melanin-Rich Skin

Suitable

Pregnancy Safe

Yes

Restricted By

Whole Foods Premium Body Care Beauty Heroes

EWG Score4

CIR Safety Findings

medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer

Regulatory Status

USAunder review

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Feb 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR