Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer Buono Silicone No known benefits Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer at a glance A type of silicone powder Used to give products a silky feel Has some oil absorption properties Ruled safe as used in cosmetics and is unable to penetrate skin Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer description Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer is a silicone powder that gives cosmetic products a silky feel and has some oil absorption properties. It is often paired with pure dimethicone, a silicone that has documented protective and hydrating properties. The independent Cosmetic Ingredient Review panel found dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer is safe as used in skin care products. Its review determined that the size of this ingredient’s molecules is not able to penetrate skin. It was also not found to be irritating or sensitizing even in concentrations exceeding 45%. Related ingredients: Polymer Silicone