Dimethicone Analysis

Dimethicone is a type of silicone. It is a popular ingredient used in many cosmetic products, such as skin and hair care products, as it smoothes rough surfaces and has a velvety texture. Dimethicone also forms a protective barrier on the skin, reducing moisture loss and providing some protection against irritants or allergens.

According to the results of the research, dimethicone is seen as a safe ingredient with little or no side effects. However, while safe for humans, it has a detrimental effect on the environment. Some people prefer to avoid silicone in personal care products for this reason.

In fact, dimethicone is a substance that comes from silicon. Silicon comes from silica, a natural compound found in sand, sandstone, granite, and quartz. Manufacturers produce silicon by heating sand with carbon at very high temperatures, up to 2.200 degrees. As a result, it is difficult to classify whether ingredients such as dimethicone are natural or lab-made.

Many cosmetics contain dimethicone. It gives a silky, velvety feel by changing the texture of the formulas. It is also odorless, colorless, hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic, meaning it has a low risk of clogging pores.

Dimethicone is primarily found as an ingredient in, but not limited to: moisturizers, sunscreens, fake tanners, shampoos and conditioners, detangling products, make-up such as primers and foundations, and sexual lubricants. Dimethicone also has medicinal uses. Some medications for gas or irritable bowel syndrome contain simethicone, which is a mixture of silica gel and dimethicone.

Studies have confirmed that dimethicone has a low absorption rate through the skin. Animal tests also show no evidence of toxicity for dimethicone. The American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves the use of dimethicone as an active ingredient.

Although silicones come from natural sources, the chemical processes that create them make them harmful to the environment. Silicones generally sit on the skin and hair. From there it reaches the water system and eventually the rivers and oceans during washing. In small quantities, this does not have a significant effect. However, the widespread use of silicone-based cosmetics is causing concern among environmental scientists.

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