Emollient ingredient
Decamethyltetrasiloxane
INCI: DECAMETHYLTETRASILOXANE
A linear volatile silicone (L4) used as a lightweight carrier and emollient in serums and primers. Evaporates after application, leaving a smooth skin feel.
Also known as: decamethyl tetrasiloxane, l4 silicone
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Benefits
- ✓Lightweight carrier that evaporates cleanly
- ✓Imparts silky skin feel without residue
Watch for
- ⚠Linear silicone; environmental persistence concerns — avoid high concentrations in rinse-off products
Compatibility
✓ Works well with
+ Dimethicone
