Cyclotetrasiloxane
Cyclotetrasiloxane is an emollient and solvent ingredient. It’s in 6 products on Poliage, most often foundation, conditioner and hair styling. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: Silicones.
Updated October 21, 2026
What it does
Contains Cyclotetrasiloxane: emollient
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Cyclotetrasiloxane: hair-conditioning
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Cyclotetrasiloxane: skin-conditioning
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Cyclotetrasiloxane: solvent
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 33104, accessed October 22, 2026. Also listed as octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane.
Products that contain Cyclotetrasiloxane
Ofra
Absolute Cover Foundation
Foundation · Lists fragrance, silicones
Camille Rose
Black Castor Oil + Chebe Deep Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, silicones, coconut derivatives
Rituals
Infinity Organic Mandarin & Mint lotion ultra soignante pour les mains
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Mirabella Beauty
Invincible Anti-Aging HD Foundation
Foundation · Lists silicones, formaldehyde releasers
Mirabella Beauty
Invincible For All Anti-Aging HD Foundation
Foundation · Lists silicones
Marc Anthony
Strictly Curls Curl Defining Lotion
Hair styling · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones
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