Cosmetics & Personal care

DOWSIL™ 8500 Conditioning Agent

DOWSIL™ 8500 is a conditioning agent suitable for cosmetic applications. Shelf life: 18 months.Benefits:It is an amino functional siloxane polymerOffers low yellowing and partial compatibility with ethanolIt can be used for clear and opaque productsFree-from animal-derived and vegetable- derived ingredientsProvides excellent compatibility with cyclopentasiloxane and isododecaneOffers superior conditioning, color protection and easy to formulateIt is both hot and cold processableIt can be added at the beginning or the end of formulation processIt is easy to microemulsify and does not require any solubilizer or suspending agentIt also provides smooth feel with strong wet and dry detanglingGMO-, emulsifiers- and preservatives-freeTypical Applications:Recommended for clear and opaque conditioning shampoos, colorants (semi-permanent and permanent) and leave-in conditioners (detanglers, anhydrous serums, hair masks, mousses, etc). It is also suitable for anhydrous systems (fixatives, leave on, etc) and aqueous systems (rinse-off conditioners).

ACULYN™ 33 Rheology Modifier

ACULYN™ 33 Rheology Modifier is a cost-effective thickener and particulate suspending agent.  Acts as a stabilizer for emulsifier-free emulsions.Benefits:It is an alkali-swellable anionic acrylic polymer emulsion (ASE)Lightly crosslinked to impart a short pseudoplastic flowParticularly suited for formulations containing polar solvents and to stabilize suspensionsExhibits unique ease of use, wide compatibility, cost effectiveness and favorable balance of rheological propertiesIt is a cold-processable liquid that instantaneously thickens upon neutralization providing ease of handling and increased manufacturing efficiencyCompatible with peroxide and other oxidizing agents, electrolytes, polar solvents and zinc pyrithioneIt has a well-established toxicological profile and is safe in normal useIt is a non-hygroscopic, particulate suspension and is stable in highly alkaline systemsExhibits short flow, divalent ion tolerance, excellent viscosity stability, flat pH/viscosity response and excellent high shear stability with lack of odorOffers little viscosity drift and no preparation is neededAllows for use of continuous production processes with use of in-line static mixersPermits stable formulations with particulatesIt has ability to stabilize suspensions and is less sensitive to water hardnessDoes not promote or support contaminationIt is mild, soft, non-greasy and non-stickyProvides no watery feel upon skin contact and flexibility in choice of preservative systemProvides improved pickup properties and allows formulation of spreadable lotion products that flow readily from the containerSupported by comprehensive environmental, health and safety dataIt is also suitable for stable and viscous formulationTypical Applications:Recommended for astringents, cleansers, depilatories, lotions (body, cleansing, hand), makeup creams & lotions, opaque and pearlescent shampoos, peroxide-containing formulations (hair dyes, hand disinfectants, permanent wave neutralizers and solvent gel.

ACULYN™ 38 Polymer

ACULYN™ 38 Polymer is a rheology modifier and suspending agent suitable for various skin and hair care applications.Benefits:It is an alkali-swellable anionic acrylic polymer emulsion (ASE)Lightly crosslinked to impart a short pseudoplastic flowIt is a cold-processable liquid that instantaneously thickens upon neutralization providing ease of handling and increased manufacturing efficiencyIt is stable in the presence of sodium chloride and two common conditioning agents, Polyquaternium-7 and Polyquaternium-10 as well as polar solvents and zinc pyrithioneIt is articulate suspension with a well-established toxicological profile and is safe for useStable in highly alkaline systems and compatible with polar solventsExhibits short flow, divalent ion tolerance, excellent viscosity stability, flat pH/viscosity response and excellent high shear stabilityIt is non-hygroscopic, easy to handle with lack of odor and little viscosity driftYields clear gels and no predisolution is necessaryPermits stable formulations with particulatesAllows formulation of spreadable lotion products that flow readily from the containerSuitable for continuous production processes with use of in-line static mixersIt has ability to stabilize suspensions and is less sensitive to water hardnessDoes not promote or support contaminationIt is mild, soft, non-greasy and non-stickyProvides no watery feel upon skin contactOffers flexibility in choice of preservative system and improved pickup propertiesSupported by comprehensive environmental, health and safety dataPreservative-, irradiation- and BSE/TSE-freeComplies with cosmetic regulation (EC) No 1223/2009Typical Applications:Recommended for anti-dandruff shampoos and conditioning shampoos. It is also suitable for body washes and shower gels.

DOWSIL™ CE-1785 BA Emulsion

DOWSIL™ CE-1785 BA Emulsion is a conditioner. It is a 60% anionic emulsion of a high molecular weight polydimethylsiloxane.Benefits:Offers superior wet and dry combing benefitsProvides excellent detangling and sensory benefitsDoes not impact foam propertiesImproves hair slipperiness and softnessTypical Applications:Recommended for 2-in-1 shampoos and conditioner products. 

Permulgin D is a non-ionic emulsifier developed for difficult systems. Shelf life: 2 years.Benefits:Imparts outstanding stability to a finished productIt is highly stable in a wide pH rangeManufactured in USA by Koster KeunenOrganic and GMO-freeComponents listed in China, Canada and Australia

DOWSIL™ VM-2270 Aerogel Fine Particles

DOWSIL™ VM-2270 Aerogel Fine Particles is a thickening agent for organic oils and silicone fluids. Shelf life: 24 months.Benefits:It is a white free-flowing powderCapable of absorbing non-polar and polar oilsPossesses superior oil and sebum absorptionOffers highly efficient viscosity enhancement of oil phaseProvides fragrance retentionTypical Applications:Recommended for skin care fragrances and hair care applications. It is also suitable for antiperspirants/deodorants.

HallBrite® BHB

HallBrite® BHB is a highly effective sunscreen actives solvent, inorganic pigment wetter, emollient, moisturizer and carrier/dispersant. It is a high-performing agent for metal oxide dispersion.Benefits:It is a low viscosity liquid of high polarity with elegant slip and feelIncreases the in vivo SPF performance of sun protection products through the reduction of electron transfer and photoprotection mechanismsIt is virtually colorless, odorless and tastelessOrally and dermally non-toxicExhibits high emollience and low viscosity Globally approved Typical Applications:Ideal for mineral sunscreen. It is also suitable for skin and hair care products.

DOWSIL™ CE-1874 Microemulsion

DOWSIL™ CE-1874 Microemulsion is a conditioning agent. Shelf life: 12 months.Benefits:It is a transparent, water-dispersible emulsion based on hydrophilic modified silicone technologyProvides hair with a light and smooth feelOffers improved sensory feel, long-lasting color protection and ease of combingEnhances shine and repairs damaged hair while maintaining volumeIt is non-yellowing and suitable for cold processingIt has ability to create clear systemsProvides reduced combing forceChina compliantTypical Applications:Recommended for shampoos and leave-in conditioners. It can be used to formulate standard, sulfate-free and clear shampoos.