Dimethiconol Arginine
AKA “Silicone-Amino Acid Complex, Dimethiconol Arginine”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Dimethiconol arginine
AKA: Silicone-Amino Acid Complex
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Amino Acid
Synthetic
Clean
Dimethiconol Arginine is the reaction product of Dimethiconol and Arginine Science: Functions: Hair Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Powder
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Functions
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Conditions Hair
Softens and detangles hair
Traditional Use
A modern silicone-amino acid hybrid developed for cosmetics in the late 20th century. Combines silicone's conditioning properties with arginine (an amino acid) to improve skin feel and moisturization in contemporary skincare formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR