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DOWSIL™ EL-7040 Hydro Elastomer Blend
Provided by Dow
About
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 fluid
- It has ability to incorporate water and polar materials while maintaining a viscous, gel structure
- Compatible with a wide range of organic ingredients
- Provides smooth, powdery and non-greasy skin feel
- Offers enhanced spreadability and improved organic compatibility
- It has ability to create clear systems with organic components
- Enhances aesthetics of anhydrous and water-based formulations
- Provides thickening benefits with organic solvents and in alcohol-based systems
- Suitable for cold processing
- Irradiation-, BSE/TSE-, GMO-, Palm oil- and Preservative-free
- It can incorporate up to 75% of water and up to 40% glycerin
Typical Applications:
Recommended for wide range of personal care products such as skin care, color cosmetics and sun care.
| CAS Number | 17955-88-3, 68937-54-2 |
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| Grade Name | EL-7040 Hydro Elastomer Blend |
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About dow
Dow combines one of the broadest technology sets in the industry with asset integration, focused innovation and global scale to achieve profitable growth and become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company. Our portfolio of performance materials, industrial intermediates and plastics businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated science-based products and solutions for our customers in high-growth segments, such as packaging, infrastructure and consumer care. We operate 113 manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 37,000 people.
