Dimethiconol Cysteine is the reaction product of dimethiconol and cysteine Science: Functions: Hair Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
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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.
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Conditions Hair
Softens and detangles hair
Traditional Use
A modern silicone-amino acid hybrid developed for cosmetics. Combines silicone's conditioning properties with cysteine, an amino acid important in skin structure, created to improve hair and skin conditioning in contemporary formulations.