Cyclohexasiloxane

Cyclohexasiloxane is a low-viscosity, volatile silicone made of cyclic siloxane units. Skincare and makeup use it for silky slip, quick-dry spreadability, and a lightweight feel, aiding even application and reducing tack without residue.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A silicone that glides on silky and dries down fast.
Category
Skin Conditioning, Tone/Texture
Type
Silicone

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Provides a soft-focus finish with an ultra-smooth glide that helps products feel weightless and comfortable. It dries down quickly to leave skin feeling velvety.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Common in primers, fluid foundations, sunscreens, and sheer serums to improve spread and create a refined finish.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient has a comedogenic rating of 0. It is considered non-comedogenic and has little to no likelihood of clogging pores.

Safety

Generally low irritation and non-sensitizing; avoid inhalation from sprays. Some regions limit certain cyclic silicones in rinse-off products due to environmental concerns, so usage levels may be restricted depending on jurisdiction.

Is Cyclohexasiloxane a Good Ingredient?

Good: A stable, low-irritation volatile silicone that boosts slip and lightweight feel, aiding even application without residue. It improves sensory performance but does not provide direct treatment benefits.

Products with Cyclohexasiloxane

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