What is the difference between Butyrospermum Parkii Butter (Shea Butter) and Cetyl Dimethicone?

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter (Shea Butter) is categorised as "Softens and smooths" while Cetyl Dimethicone is categorised as "Softens and smooths". They serve different functions in skincare formulations.

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter (Shea Butter) vs Cetyl Dimethicone

Q: Can I use Butyrospermum Parkii Butter (Shea Butter) and Cetyl Dimethicone together?

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

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter (Shea Butter) and Cetyl Dimethicone are both softens and smooths ingredients. Butyrospermum Parkii Butter (Shea Butter) is found in 57 products while Cetyl Dimethicone appears in 12, making Butyrospermum Parkii Butter (Shea Butter) the more widely used option.

Softens and smooths