Silicone Checker
Paste your product's ingredient list below to check if it contains silicones.
What is Silicone Checker?
Silicone Checker is a free online tool that instantly analyzes your hair product's ingredient list to detect silicones. It identifies both water-soluble silicones (generally CGM-friendly) and non-water-soluble silicones that can cause buildup.
Perfect for Curly Girl Method followers, those avoiding product buildup, or anyone who wants to know exactly what's in their hair products.
What are silicones?
Silicones are synthetic ingredients that coat the hair shaft to add shine, reduce frizz, and protect from heat. While they make hair feel smooth and silky, some silicones can build up over time.
Common Non-Water-Soluble Silicones:
- • Dimethicone
- • Cyclomethicone
- • Amodimethicone
- • Cetyl Dimethicone
- • Cyclopentasiloxane
Are silicones bad for curly hair?
Non-water-soluble silicones can be problematic for curly hair as they build up over time, weighing down curls and preventing moisture from penetrating the hair shaft. This can lead to dry, limp curls.
Who Should Avoid Non-Water-Soluble Silicones:
- • Curly Girl Method followers
- • Those with fine or low porosity hair
- • People avoiding sulfate shampoos
- • Anyone experiencing product buildup
What silicones are CGM approved?
Water-soluble silicones can be washed out with gentle, sulfate-free cleansers. These are generally considered safe for the Curly Girl Method:
Water-Soluble Silicones:
- • PEG-8 Dimethicone
- • PEG-12 Dimethicone
- • Dimethicone Copolyol
- • Lauryl Methicone Copolyol
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