3-Octadecanediol vs Cetyl Dimethicone

3-Octadecanediol and Cetyl Dimethicone are both softens and smooths ingredients. 3-Octadecanediol is found in 16 products while Cetyl Dimethicone appears in 12, making 3-Octadecanediol the more widely used option.

Softens and smooths

3-Octadecanediol

Softens and smooths

16 products

Softens and smooths

Cetyl Dimethicone

Silicone-based emollient

12 products

Top products with 3-Octadecanediol

Kiehl's

Retinol Skin-Renewing Daily Micro-Dose Serum

9.0

L'Oreal Norge AS

Excellence 4.3 Golden Brown

7.5

L'Oreal Norge AS

Elvital Maske Full Resist Power 680ml

7.3

L'Oreal Norge AS

Excellence 8.3 Lys Gyldenblond

7.2

L'Oreal Norge AS

L'Oreal Mascara Lash Paradise Air Black

7.2

Top products with Cetyl Dimethicone

Altruist

Moisturising Fluid

7.9

Dr. Jart+

Cicapair Sleepair Ampoule-in Mask

7.8

Nu Skin

Nutricentials, day dream protective cream

7.3

Ombra

Sonnenmilch mittlerer Schutz

7.2

Loreal

Color Riche extraordinaire 204

6.8

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 3-Octadecanediol and Cetyl Dimethicone?

3-Octadecanediol is categorised as "Softens and smooths" while Cetyl Dimethicone is categorised as "Softens and smooths". They serve different functions in skincare formulations.

Can I use 3-Octadecanediol and Cetyl Dimethicone together?

In most cases, these ingredients can be used together. However, always patch test and introduce new ingredients gradually.

Which is more common in skincare products?

3-Octadecanediol is found in 16 products, while Cetyl Dimethicone is found in 12 products in our database.

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