Ingredient

C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane

Low risk

FunctionFilm Former

What it is — C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane (INCI), a waxy silicone resin.

What it does — It forms a flexible, breathable film that improves wear and water resistance and helps UV filters stay evenly spread.

Typical use — Found in long-wear sunscreens, foundations and lip products.

Who it suits / good to know — Suits most skin types; helpful for anyone who wants sunscreen that holds up under makeup.

Safety — Rated low risk. This is general information, not medical advice.

Why we grade it Low: Low risk — an inert film-former.
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How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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