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Methyl Trimethicone
A volatile lightweight silicone for slip, quick drying, and a dry silky finish. Methyl Trimethicone is often used in SPF, primers, foundations, and hair care.
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✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5
What is it?
Methyl Trimethicone - a volatile silicone emollient/solvent. It evaporates quickly, leaving a smooth, dry, and lightweight finish.
SPF, primers, foundations, concealers, serums, creams, hair serums, anti-frizz products, and decorative formulas.
Key Benefits
Provides silky slip
Facilitates the distribution of pigments, UV filters, and silicone blends.
Leaves a dry touch
Evaporates and reduces greasiness or stickiness of the finish.
Enhances cosmetic elegance
Helps SPF and makeup apply thinner and more evenly.
Suitable for
Main Actions
Volatile, non-heavy silicone
Methyl Trimethicone is usually lighter than thick non-volatile silicones. If the formula feels heavy, the reason may lie in the overall silicone or wax system, not just this INCI.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Methyl Trimethicone do for skin?
SPF, primers, foundations, concealers, serums, creams, hair serums, anti-frizz products, and decorative formulas.
Who should use Methyl Trimethicone?
Methyl Trimethicone is suitable for: SPF, primers, foundations, hair serums.
Are there any warnings about Methyl Trimethicone?
Methyl Trimethicone is usually lighter than thick non-volatile silicones. If the formula feels heavy, the reason may lie in the overall silicone or wax system, not just this INCI.
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