Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate/Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
AKA “Titanium-Silicone Crosspolymer
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Isopropyl titanium triisostearate/triethoxysilylethyl polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone crosspolymer
AKA: Titanium-Silicone Crosspolymer
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Silicone
Synthetic
Clean
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate/Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a complex polymer formed by the hydrolysis and condensation of Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate with Triethoxysilylethyl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Functions: Surfactant - Cleansing Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
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.
Viscosity Controlling
Surfactant Cleansing
Anti-Inflammatory
Antioxidant
Protects skin from free radical damage caused by UV, pollution, and stress
Improves Elasticity
Lifts away dirt and oil
Traditional Use
Complex hybrid polymer developed in the late 20th century combining titanium compounds and silicone technology. Created to provide advanced water resistance and long-lasting skin conditioning in modern cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR