Products 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 feel

• Thick emollient that adds viscosity and substance to creams

• Leaves a non-tacky film on the skin and improves water resistance of formulations

• Can be used as primer under makeup

• Allows easy incorporation of cosmetic ingredients like pigments

• Provides 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.