Is Dimethicone safe during pregnancy?
Silicone that smooths and protects skin. No pregnancy concerns identified.
PregnancyGenerally safe
BreastfeedingGenerally safe
EvidenceLimited
What the sources say
Dimethicone is an FDA-recognized OTC skin protectant (1–30%) used in moisturizers, primers and hair products. AAD recommends regular moisturizing in pregnancy. No sources raise pregnancy or breastfeeding concerns; pregnancy-specific studies are not available, so evidence is rated limited.
Also listed as
amodimethicone, cyclomethicone, cyclopentasiloxane, dimethicone crosspolymer, dimethiconol, polydimethylsiloxane
Sources
- AAD: Dermatologist-approved pregnancy skin care
- FDA (21 CFR 347.10): Skin protectant active ingredients - OTC monograph regulation
Last reviewed . This is general information, not medical advice. Ask your doctor or midwife about your own situation.