Ingredient
Diphenyl Dimethicone
Low risk
FunctionEmollient (Silicone)
What it is — Diphenyl Dimethicone is a phenyl-modified silicone fluid, lighter and glossier than standard dimethicone.
What it does — It gives formulas elegant slip, reduces tackiness from humectants, and leaves a thin breathable film that softens the skin surface.
Typical use — A texture agent in toners, essences, serums and sun care at low percentages.
Who it suits / good to know — Inert on skin and suitable for all types; silicones of this class are non-comedogenic in the levels used.
Safety — DHALIORA grades it low risk: an inert cosmetic silicone. This is general information, not medical advice.
Why we grade it Low: Low risk — inert cosmetic silicone.
Cross-reference
Found in these DHALIORA products
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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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