Dimethiconol

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Role: A silicone polymer that softens skin and the after-feel.
Catalog formulas: 18
Type: Texture
Verified: 06.11.2026

What does this ingredient do in an antiperspirant?

A silicone polymer with hydroxyl end groups. Its INCI functions are emollient, moisturizing and antifoaming.

Part of a system, not a label in isolation

In antiperspirants it usually works alongside Dimethicone or other silicones to soften how the formula feels on skin. It does not reduce sweating.

Regulatory and scientific context

The CIR found Dimethiconol and its esters safe in the present practices of use; the panel reasoned that these ingredients would not be absorbed through the skin.

What sensitive skin should consider

The CIR did not single out an irritation concern; an individual reaction to the finished product is possible.

Do not confuse with

Not the same as Dimethicone: both are silicone polymers, but Dimethiconol carries hydroxyl groups at the chain ends.

Products containing Dimethiconol

Links are based on the complete published INCI list for the exact product version.

ProductFormatRole in the formulaFull analysis

Deonica Antibacterial Effect 200 mlaerosolemollientOpen

Deonica Invisible antiperspirant spray 200 mlaerosolemollientOpen

NIVEA Powder Touch antiperspirant spray 150 mlaerosolemollientOpen

Deonica Hypoallergenic antiperspirant spray 200 mlaerosolemollientOpen

Deonica Vitamin Energy antiperspirant spray 200 mlaerosolemollientOpen

Dove Go Fresh pomegranate & lemon verbena spray 150 mlsprayemollientOpen

Dove Beauty & Care aerosol 150 mlsprayemollientOpen

NIVEA Black & White Invisible Clear spray 150 mlaerosolemollientOpen

NIVEA Black & White Invisible Pure spray 150 mlaerosolemollientOpen

NIVEA Black & White Invisible Extra spray 150 mlaerosolemollientOpen

NIVEA Black & White Invisible Silky Smooth spray 150 mlaerosolemollientOpen

Deonica PRO-Protection antiperspirant spray 200 mlaerosolemollientOpen

Deonica Silk Tenderness antiperspirant spray 200 mlaerosolemollientOpen

Garnier Men Magnesium Effect Ultradry spray 150 mlaerosolemollientOpen

Garnier Action Control Thermo Protect spray 150 mlaerosolemollientOpen

Garnier Antibacterial Effect tea tree spray 150 mlaerosolemollientOpen

Garnier Invisible Black White Colors women spray 150 mlaerosolemollientOpen

Garnier Men Invisible Black White Colors spray 150 mlaerosolemollientOpen

Sources

The conclusions apply to the stated conditions and jurisdictions, not automatically to every concentration or product.

CIR: Safety Assessment of Dimethiconol and Its Esters (2017) Supports: function, safety assessment
COSMILE Europe (Cosmetics Europe): Dimethiconol Supports: INCI functions, substance description

Dimethiconol

What does this ingredient do in an antiperspirant?

Part of a system, not a label in isolation

Products containing Dimethiconol

Sources

Ingredients with a similar role