POLYSILICONE-12 is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.
POLYSILICONE-12
Safety grade: A
This is a silicone-based ingredient that makes products look less transparent and more opaque or creamy in appearance. It helps give cosmetics a smooth, polished look.
Polysilicone-12 is used to make cosmetic products appear more opaque and less see-through, creating a more luxurious and finished appearance in foundations, powders, and other color cosmetics.
Graded using: COSING.
Last verified: May 26, 2026
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