Ingredient
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Silicone resin powder
PMSQ
Methylsilsesquioxane
What it is
A spherical silicone resin powder used to give products a smooth, dry, soft-focus feel and matte finish.
How it works
Its microscopic spherical particles roll over the skin and scatter light, filling in fine texture to blur pores and absorb surface shine.
What it does
Skin conditioning
Viscosity controlling
Opacifying
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.
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