Low Concern

Silicones

Flagged by EWG Skin Deep as a environmental persistence concern

What it is

Synthetic polymers that give products a silky feel. Do not biodegrade readily and can accumulate in aquatic environments.

Found in 10 products on this site

Sorted worst score first. Lower score = more concerning overall formulation.

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