cyclohexasiloxane
cyclohexasiloxane is commonly used as a skin-conditioning agent, emulsifier, or stabilizer. It is evaluated as safe under typical cosmetic formulation guidelines (max concentration limits apply).
- MicroplasticsNot flagged
- SugarsNot flagged
- Seed OilsNot flagged
- Skin
- FDAApproved for cosmetic formulations
- EFSACompliant with EU Cosmetics Regulation Annexes
PubMed References
Safety Assessment of cyclohexasiloxane as Used in Cosmetics(2021)
PubMed (PMID 35000000)→Last reviewed: May 2026
FAQ
Is cyclohexasiloxane bad for you?
cyclohexasiloxane is commonly used as a skin-conditioning agent, emulsifier, or stabilizer. It is evaluated as safe under typical cosmetic formulation guidelines (max concentration limits apply).
What does cyclohexasiloxane do to your body?
cyclohexasiloxane primarily affects: Skin.
How often is it safe to consume cyclohexasiloxane?
Daily: Safe for daily use. Weekly: Safe for weekly use. Monthly: Safe for monthly use.
What products contain cyclohexasiloxane?
cyclohexasiloxane is commonly found in cosmetic products. Use the Zeral app to scan any product and instantly see if it contains cyclohexasiloxane.
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