Silica Dimethicone Silylate
Silica Dimethicone Silylate is a viscosity controlling and antifoaming ingredient. It’s in 2 products on Poliage, most often foundation and mascara. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: Silicones.
Updated October 21, 2026
What it does
Contains Silica Dimethicone Silylate: absorbent
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Silica Dimethicone Silylate: anticaking
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Silica Dimethicone Silylate: antifoaming
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Silica Dimethicone Silylate: viscosity-controlling
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 58518, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Silica Dimethicone Silylate
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