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Glossary Dimethicone

silicone-based polymer used for smoothing and conditioning hair

Dimethicone, also known as Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS), is a type of silicone commonly used in hair and skincare products. It acts as a conditioning agent, providing a smooth, silky feel by forming a protective barrier on the skin or hair, which helps to lock in moisture and reduce frizz.

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research Amino silicone polymers as hair softeners and conditioners : A comparison of amodimethicone and dimethicone copolyol amine

1 citations , January 1998 in “Cosmetics and toiletries”

Both amodimethicone and dimethicone copolyol amine are effective hair conditioners.

research Silicones as conditioning agents in shampoos

5 citations , January 1992

This study found that dimethicone with high molecular weight improved hair surface characteristics, while dimethicone copolyol and amodimethicone enhanced manageability by reducing friction or aiding styling on damaged hair.

research A novel cosmetic approach to treat thinning hair

29 citations , December 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

The researchers reported that a novel leave-on treatment containing caffeine, niacinamide, panthenol, dimethicone, and an acrylate polymer significantly increased the diameter and improved the mechanical properties of scalp hair fibers, suggesting it may help mitigate thinning hair.

research Protective effect of conditioning agents on Afro‐ethnic hair chemically treated with thioglycolate‐based straightening emulsion

25 citations , May 2008 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology”

This study found that adding certain conditioning agents, including jojoba oil and lauryl PEG/PPG‐18/18 methicone, to ammonium thioglycolate straightening emulsions protected Afro-ethnic hair from protein loss and improved resistance to breakage.

research Protective effect of conditioner agents on hair treated with oxidative hair dye

8 citations , January 2018 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology”

This study found that conditioner agents reduced the damage caused by oxidative hair dye, specifically improving protein retention and combability in treated Caucasian hair.

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community What Hinders the Absorption of Minoxidil?

in Minoxidil 1 upvotes 1 year ago

Silicone and dimethicone in shampoos may hinder Minoxidil absorption, while Tretinoin and microneedling can enhance its efficacy. Users discuss applying Tretinoin before Minoxidil, waiting for it to dry first.

community Hair Regrowth with Novel Hemp Extract - anyone seen this??

18 upvotes 2 years ago

A user discusses a novel hemp extract for hair regrowth, which showed superior results to finasteride and minoxidil. The formula includes CBD, CBDV, THCV, delta 9 THC, cannabigerol, and cannabinol, combined with menthol, peppermint oil, ethanol, Emu oil, HFA 134A propellant, and dimethicone.

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