Polysilicone-12

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About Polysilicone-12

Polysilicone-12 is a complex copolymer composed of esters of methacrylic acid containing Cyclomethicone and Cholesteryl Methacrylate, and generally has the following structure, where R is the cholesteryl moiety.[1] In cosmetics, it is used to reduce light transmission so the contents appear less visible through the container.[2]

Polysilicone-12 Details

Ingredient function
Opa CI Fying
INCI name
POLYSILICONE-12
CosIng ID
58848

Polysilicone-12 References

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