VeriMomIs polyphenylsilsesquioxane safe for baby skin?
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Baby skin
polyphenylsilsesquioxane
NO KNOWN RISKS93
/100
Also relevant: pregnancy safety
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Is polyphenylsilsesquioxane safe during pregnancy? →Gentle products containing polyphenylsilsesquioxane
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SEPHORA COLLECTION Smooth + Blur Primer
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KVD Beauty Modcon Liquid
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Glossier G Suit
Rose Inc
Rose Inc Softlight Skin-smoothing Hydrating Non-comedogenic Foundation
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DRMTLGY Day Dream SPF 40
Laneige
LANEIGE Neo Foundation Glow
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LANEIGE Neo Foundation Matte SPF 16 PA++ - 30ml
Dasique
Dasique Juicy Dewy Tint (Starry Night Collection) - 3.5g
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Ingredients — Pregnancy-Safe Ingredients Database — 28,000+ Ingredients Rated
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Frequently asked questions
- Is polyphenylsilsesquioxane safe for baby skin?
- No infant-specific hazard or mechanistic data were found. As a high–molecular-weight film‑forming/occlusive silsesquioxane polymer with no demonstrated reproductive toxicity, hazard and mechanism scores remain 0; exposure is increased by +1 for infant skin because baby skin has an immature barrier and the ingredient is not demonstrated to be completely non‑absorbable. (Supplier/product descriptions; general ingredient properties).
- Is polyphenylsilsesquioxane safe for newborns?
- No infant-specific hazard or mechanistic data were found. As a high–molecular-weight film‑forming/occlusive silsesquioxane polymer with no demonstrated reproductive toxicity, hazard and mechanism scores remain 0; exposure is increased by +1 for infant skin because baby skin has an immature barrier and the ingredient is not demonstrated to be completely non‑absorbable. (Supplier/product descriptions; general ingredient properties).
- Can I use polyphenylsilsesquioxane on a baby under 6 months?
- We don't have baby-skin-specific data for polyphenylsilsesquioxane. Stick to ingredients we've marked no known risks for babies until more evidence is available.
- What are safer alternatives to polyphenylsilsesquioxane for babies?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to polyphenylsilsesquioxane based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
- How does VeriMom rate polyphenylsilsesquioxane for baby skin?
- VeriMom scores polyphenylsilsesquioxane at 93/100 (no known risks) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.