Quick Facts
4/10
Hazard Score
77
Products Found
Allowed
Regulatory Status
4
Known Aliases
Commonly found in
Why You Should Care
A silicone-based polymer widely used in cosmetics and skincare for its smoothing, water-repellent properties. Not toxic in itself, but creates a synthetic barrier that can trap impurities, clog pores, and is not biodegradable.
Top Health Concern
Can trap bacteria, sebum, and impurities under its occlusive layer, potentially worsening acne and irritation.
+2 more health risks documented. Read full analysis
Found In These Products
77 products in our database contain dimethicone.
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All 50 Toxic Ingredients
A new ingredient is featured every day. Explore the full database below.
7
Petroleum / Petrolatum
6
Mineral Oil
5
Paraffin Wax
8
Parabens
9
Formaldehyde Releasers
4
Phenoxyethanol
8
Methylisothiazolinone
7
BHA (Butylated Hydroxyanisole)
5
BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene)
7
Camphor
6
Menthol
7
Phenol
6
Salicylic Acid
9
Phthalates
8
Triclosan
8
Oxybenzone
7
Octinoxate
6
Homosalate
5
Avobenzone
7
Synthetic Fragrance
6
Artificial Colors
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Dimethicone
5
Propylene Glycol
6
Polyethylene Glycol (PEG Compounds)
7
DEA, MEA & TEA (Ethanolamines)
6
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)
5
Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES)
7
Synthetic Dyes (FD&C in Lip Products)
5
Octisalate
10
Lead
9
Coal Tar
5
Bismuth Oxychloride
7
Talc
8
Carbon Black
4
Lanolin
3
Palm Oil
6
Retinyl Palmitate
9
Hydroquinone
8
Toluene
5
Aluminum Compounds
7
Siloxanes (Cyclic Silicones)
5
Titanium Dioxide (Nanoparticle Form)
8
Benzophenone
8
Methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI)
9
Quaternium-15
7
Imidazolidinyl Urea
4
EDTA (Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid)
6
Triethanolamine (TEA)
5
Ceteareth-20
3
Polybutene
