emollient

Methicone

INCI: METHICONE
CAS 9004-73-3
Poly[oxy(methylsilylene)]
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

emollient, skin-conditioning, film-forming
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

Poly[oxy(methylsilylene)]

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
9004-73-3
INCI
METHICONE
Category
emollient
Updated
Apr 2, 2026