Di
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Dimethicone Crosspolymer · Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
The silky silicone in many primers — smooths, soaks up some oil for a matte touch, and blurs the look of fine texture.
What it does
A silicone that forms a soft gel or a fine powder. It thickens products, gives a silky, cushiony glide, soaks up some oil for a matte touch, and blurs the look of fine texture. It’s common in primers and creams.
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