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| Description: | Silicone gel is a non-emulsifying elastomer gel made of an organosiloxane polymer dispersed in cyclopentasiloxane. It is a semitransparent gel that functions as a thickener in formulations while delivering smooth applications. Solids content 20%. Dynamic viscosity at 25°C 125000 mPas. |
| Benefits: | Easily spreadable on skin and gives a nice, non-greasy, silky skin feelThick emollient that adds viscosity and substance to creamsLeaves a non-tacky film on the skin and improves water resistance of formulationsCan be used as primer under makeupAllows easy incorporation of cosmetic Raw Materials & Cosmetic Ingredients like pigmentsProvides a substantive hydrophobic film making it ideal for use in sun care formulations |
| Use: | Add to oil phase of formulas or after formulation is completed. Typical use level: 1-20% as emollient in emulsions. Can also be used pure directly on the skin. For external use only. |
| Applications: | Creams, lotions, sunscreen, makeup, lipsticks, hair care. |
| Product Number: | RUIOL900 |
| INCI: | Cyclopentasiloxane, dimethicone/vinyltrimethylsiloxysilicate crosspolymer |
| Composition: | Cyclopentasiloxane, dimethicone/vinyltrimethylsiloxysilicate crosspolymer |
| PurityGrade: | No purity grade applicable |
| Appearance: | Creamy, semitransparent gel |
| Solubility: | Insoluble in water, partly soluble in ethanol, glycerin, propylene glycol; fully soluble in dimethicone, cyclopentasiloxane, isopropyl myristate, dicaprylyl ether, and ethylhexyl stearate |
| Preservation: | Preservative-free |
| Storage: | Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature. Viscosity may increase during storage, and agitation may be required before use if stored for an extended period of time. |
| Country: | USA |
| Animal: | Not animal tested |
| GMO: | GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components) |
| Vegan: | Does not contain animal-derived components |
| HS: | 3208100000 |