HEXADECYL METHICONE is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.
HEXADECYL METHICONE
Safety grade: A
This is a silicone-based ingredient that creates a smooth, lightweight feel on the skin. It's designed to make products glide on easily while leaving skin feeling soft and conditioned.
It works as a conditioning agent that softens skin, reduces friction in formulas, and helps control how thick or thin a product feels without leaving a greasy residue.
Graded using: COSING.
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Other Emollient ingredients
- CETEARYL ALCOHOL — Grade A
- DIMETHICONE — Grade A
- CAPRYLYL GLYCOL — Grade A
- GLYCERYL STEARATE — Grade A
- CETYL ALCOHOL — Grade A
- GLYCOL DISTEARATE — Grade A
- GLYCERYL OLEATE — Grade A
- HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL — Grade A