Ingredient

Polymethylsilsesquioxane

Low risk

FunctionSoft-Focus Powder

What it is — Polymethylsilsesquioxane (INCI of the same name) is a fine spherical silicone powder used for a soft-focus effect.

What it does — It is commonly used to blur the look of the surface, soften the appearance of texture and give a formula a smooth, velvety finish.

Typical use — Found in primers, moisturizers, sunscreens and colour cosmetics.

Who it suits / good to know — Suits those who like a smooth, blurred finish; those who prefer silicone-free routines may wish to note it. It affects the look and feel of the surface rather than acting as a skin treatment.

Safety — DHALIORA grades it low risk in its EWG-style, ingredient-by-ingredient review. This reflects the ingredient in general and is not medical advice.

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Found in 1 DHALIORA product

YBK Relief Hydration Light Sunscreen SPF50+ YBK Relief Hydration Light Sunscreen SPF50+Screening 9.5
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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