Hexadecyl methicone (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

palmityl methicone

Definition
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Hexadecyl methicone is a substance used in cosmetic formulations. Hexadecyl methicone acts as an emollient (softens and smoothes the skin), viscosity regulator (increases or decreases the viscosity of cosmetic products) and skin care product.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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