Is Amodimethicone Bad? What is Amodimethicone? Amodimethicone is a silicone. While often maligned, silicones are actually one of the most effective ingredients in both hair and skin care products. Silicones are polymers consisting of the natural mineral silicon, or silica, and oxygen. Having said that, not all silicones are created equal, but amodimethicone is a beauty game-changer. The Benefits of Amodimethicone Protects the hair shaft Lubricates the surface of the hair so that it feels smoother and combs easier Reduces porosity of the hair, resulting in less moisture loss Controls fly-a-ways without weighing down hair or...