Cosmetics & Personal care

Solafresh™

Solafresh™ is an emollient, photostabilizer and sunscreen solvent suitable for cosmetic applications.Benefits:Enhances organic UV protection performanceExhibits excellent solvency, skin emollience, high polarity, low viscosity and triplet quenching propertiesHighly compatible with UV filters and commonly used emollientsIt is a diester of 2,6-Naphthaleneddicarboxylic acid and 2-Ethylhexanol, and free from phthalateIts high refractive index imparts luster and smooth appearance to end productsCan be used alone or with other Hallstar photostabilizers to achieve desirable SPF in 3-O-free formulations in compliance with Hawaii and U.S. Virgin Islands bansIts combination effect with other photostabilizers enables high sun protection performance while avoiding the use of regionally restricted UV filters such as octocrylene, oxybenzone and octinoxateIt is multifunctional and globally compliantAllows high SPF formulations while complying with expanding sunscreen regulationsTypical Applications:Ideal for sunscreen and makeup applications.

DOWSIL™ MQ-1600 Resin

DOWSIL™ MQ-1600 Resin is a film former suitable for cosmetic applications. Shelf life: 24 months.Benefits:It is 100% trimethylsiloxysilicate resinProvides excellent transfer and wash-off resistanceIt also enhances SPF wash-off resistanceIt is easy to use due to flake delivery form and provides ease of formulationIt is long-lasting and solvent-free Imparts non-tacky feel when driedExhibits sebum resistanceCompatible with silicone and organic carriersTypical Applications:Recommended for color cosmetics, skin care and sun care applications. 

XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid 5 cst

XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid 5 cst is an emollient and non-volatile carrier suitable for cosmetic applications. Benefits:It is a polydimethylsiloxane fluid with excellent spreading characteristicsIt is clear, tasteless, essentially odorless and non-greasyContains trace amount of impuritiesPossesses high water repellency, shearability without breakdown and compressibilityIt has low surface tension, low vapor pressure and low fire hazard and reactivityOffers good heat stability, leveling and easy ruboutIt is non-toxic and soluble in a wide range of solventsProvides soft feel and subtle skin lubricityIt leaves no residue or buildupTypical Applications:Recommended for personal care products such as antiperspirants, deodorants, hair sprays, cleansing creams, skin creams, lotions, bath oils, suntan products and nail polishes.

XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid 2 cst

XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid 2 cst is an emollient and volatile carrier suitable for cosmetic applications. Benefits:It is a polydimethylsiloxane fluidIt has excellent spreading and unique volatility characteristicsIt is clear, tasteless, essentially odorless and non-greasyExhibits low heat of vaporizationIt has an appreciable vapor pressure at ambient temperaturePossesses high water repellency, shearability without breakdown and compressibilityIt has low surface tension and low reactivityOffers good heat stability, leveling and easy ruboutSoluble in a wide range of solventsCompatible with a wide range of cosmetic ingredientsProvides non-greasy feel, transient effect, soft feel and subtle skin lubricity It leaves no residue or buildup Typical Applications:Recommended for personal care products such as hair sprays, cleansing creams, skin creams, lotions, bath oils, suntan products and nail polishes. It is also suitable for antiperspirants and deodorants.

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.

DOWSIL™ 9701 Cosmetic Powder

DOWSIL™ 9701 Cosmetic Powder is a sensory powder suitable for cosmetic applications.Benefits:It is a silicone powder with silica treated coating Its unique composition enables it to flow freely without agglomeration, thus providing superior handling and processing easeOffers easy dispersion in different media even in the presence of pigmentsDoes not require sophisticated processes or equipmentProvides wrinkle masking benefits as well as superior skin feel and fluid/oil/sebum absorption capabilitiesIt offers ease of use in various media and free flowing fine particlesPromotes sebum absorptionPossesses enhanced viscosity in W/Si systemsAllows absorption of various fluids and oilsTypical Applications:Recommended for various color cosmetics such as liquid foundations, loose-, pressed- and compact-powders (eye shadow, make-up), lip sticks and bronzing products. It is also suitable for face and body creams, lotions, gels, sun care and hair care products.

DOWSIL™ EL-7040 Hydro Elastomer Blend

DOWSIL™ EL-7040 Hydro Elastomer Blend is a mixture of high molecular weight polyglycol-modified silicone elastomer in caprylyl methicone. It acts as a delivery aid for lipophilic actives, including sunscreens and water-soluble actives, including vitamin C, aloe vera, caffeine and Sensicalmine™. It is used as rheology modifier in water based and anhydrous systems..Benefits:It is clear to translucent crosslinked silicone-organic elastomer gel delivered in a silicone carrier fluidIt has ability to incorporate water and polar materials while maintaining a viscous, gel structureCompatible with a wide range of organic ingredientsProvides smooth, powdery and non-greasy skin feelOffers enhanced spreadability and improved organic compatibilityIt has ability to create clear systems with organic componentsEnhances aesthetics of anhydrous and water-based formulationsProvides thickening benefits with organic solvents and in alcohol-based systemsSuitable for cold processingIrradiation-, BSE/TSE-, GMO-, Palm oil- and Preservative-freeIt can incorporate up to 75% of water and up to 40% glycerinTypical Applications:Recommended for wide range of personal care products such as skin care, color cosmetics and sun care.

DOWSIL™ ES-5300 Formulation Aid

DOWSIL™ ES-5300 Formulation Aid is a W/O and W/Si emulsifier. Shelf life: 540 days.Benefits:It is non-diluted with low odor and low viscosityOffers light sensory and oil phase flexibility for the emulsification of silicone and organic oils and their mixtureProvide stable cream and milky emulsions by low addition level and common mixersIrradiation-, BSE/TSE-, Palm oil- and Preservative-freeImproves dispersibility of pigment and fine particle in silicone fluid and organic oilTypical Applications:Recommended for skin-, sun-and hair care applications. It is also suitable for color cosmetics (liquid & cream foundation), skin cream & milky lotion and antiperspirants and deodorants.