Snapshot
- Overview
- A silicone that blurs pores and mattifies for a smoother look.
- Category
- Tone/Texture, Oil Control
- Type
- Film Former
Dimethicone Silylate
This surface-modified dimethicone bears silylate groups and forms cohesive, breathable films on skin. It's selected to create a soft-focus finish, reduce tack, and impart a mattifying feel in primers, setting products, and long-wear cosmetics.
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Our take
Is Dimethicone Silylate a Good Ingredient?
Good: Builds a flexible, cohesive film that improves texture and wear while remaining stable and usually non-irritating. Its reliable mattifying and blurring performance supports the rating.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Visibly blurs pores and fine lines for a velvety look. Helps keep shine in check for a longer-lasting smooth finish.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Included in blurring balms, finishing sprays, and transfer-resistant foundations to create a cohesive film. Also used in setting gels aiming for a polished, non-greasy feel.
Before you use it
Safety
Low likelihood of irritation, though some may perceive a more occlusive feel. Not known to be photosensitizing, and commonly used without specific restrictions.
