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Emollient ingredient

Cyclomethicone

A trade/INCI name covering a mixture of volatile cyclic silicones (primarily D4 and D5) that impart a lightweight, dry, silky feel and improve spreadability.

Also known as: d4/d5 silicone blend, cyclodimethicone

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Benefits

  • ✓Lightweight, volatile silicone providing a silky, fast-drying feel
  • ✓Improves spreadability and texture

Watch for

  • ⚠EU has restricted D4 and D5 cyclic silicones in wash-off cosmetics at ≥0.1% due to environmental persistence concerns; the blend name 'Cyclomethicone' may cover restricted components
At a glance
CategoryEmollient
IrritancyLow–moderate
Beginner-friendlyYes
In your routine

Generally well-tolerated and easy to layer.

Found in 6 products
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Products with Cyclomethicone

CC CrèmeTreatment
Erborian
CC Crème
Intensive Moisture Facial CreamMoisturizer
Curél
Intensive Moisture Facial Cream
Softymo Speedy Cleansing OilCleanser
Kose
Softymo Speedy Cleansing Oil
Time Revolution Night Repair Ampoule 5XAmpoule
Missha
Time Revolution Night Repair Ampoule 5X
Ceramidin Skin Barrier Moisturizing CreamMoisturizer
Dr. Jart+
Ceramidin Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream
Speedy Cleansing OilCleanser
Kosé Softymo
Speedy Cleansing Oil