Vinyl Trimethylsiloxysilicate Crosspolymer
What is Vinyl Trimethylsiloxysilicate Crosspolymer?
Vinyl Trimethylsiloxysilicate Crosspolymer is a highly crosslinked silicone polymer formed from vinyltrimethylsiloxysilicate and trimethylsiloxysilicate monomers, creating a flexible, film-forming crosspolymer with a unique sponge-like structure. It is widely used in skincare and cosmetics for its ability to provide a soft-focus, blurring effect, absorbing excess oil, and forming a breathable film that enhances product longevity and wear. This ingredient imparts a velvety, matte finish while allowing skin to breathe and maintaining moisture balance.
Roles in Formulation
This ingredient serves the following purposes in cosmetic formulations:
Bulking Agent
Increases mass/volume to build structure and improve handling, commonly used to adjust feel, spread, and cost-in-use without acting as a primary active.
Skin conditioning agent
Maintains skin softness, smoothness, and flexibility.
Viscosity controlling agent
Adjusts thickness to the desired level for stability and usability, improving dispensing, suspension, and texture across many formulation types.
Film former
Creates a continuous film on skin or hair to improve wear, water resistance, transfer resistance, shine, or hold in sunscreens, makeup, and styling products.