In order to identify the best alternatives for each of these products, we defined a precise scientific approach based on statistical tools and divided into three phases: Compilation of av......
2019-12-21We have selected four ingredients that are commonly used in all types of applications and galenic forms: cyclopentasiloxane (D5), dimethicone 10 cSt (DM 10), isohexadecane and light liquid paraffin......
2019-12-21Our panel consists of ten expert evaluators who engage in daily training, the better to translate their sensory perceptions into quantitative sensorial information. The evaluations are carrie......
2019-12-21Certain global trends have become prerequisites on the cosmetics market, and today our know-how in oleochemistry is at the forefront of a demand for green, responsible, sustainable, biodegradable prod......
2019-12-21Clinique butter, which represents the state-of-the-art technology of the late 1960s, did not have silicone oil added to the product at that time, but looking at other Clinique products today, silicone......
2019-12-17D4 is a residue, an impurity, and is not on the ingredient list. However, trace residues may be found in skin care products, shampoos, conditioners, and makeup products, and D4 residues may vary in di......
2019-12-17Silicones are recognized as versatile materials for developing high performance sun protection formulations that offer a wide range of benefits from demonstrating superior skin esthetics to enhan......
2019-12-17Another innovative silicone specialty, polymethylsilsesquioxane is very useful for formulators when formulating a matte finish sun protection product. It provides a very smooth, even and exceptionally......
2019-12-17Silicone elastomers are highly versatile materials developed to thicken water-in-oil and water-in-silicone formulations as well as silicone fluids. It can easily formulate into anhydrous sun protectio......
2019-12-17Trimethylsiloxysilicate (also known as TMS or MQ), a highly cross-linked silicone resin, is used for its film-forming properties. It holds color pigments in place for long-lasting wear in color cos......
2019-12-16Stearyl dimethicone is a solid silicone wax that melts on contact with skin due to a low temperature softening point. It provides superb emolliency and water resistance to sunscreen formulations. D......
2019-12-16Cetyl dimethicone is an alkyl silicone specifically developed for its good, compatibility with many organic cosmetic ingredients. It provides excellent lubricity, shine and emolliency to color......
2019-12-16Caprylyl methicone is a clear, colorless liquid which is composed of trisiloxane and octyl group attached to the silicon atom in the middle position. It is low molecular weight, low viscosity with mod......
2019-12-16Alkyl dimethicone consists of an alkyl group grafted on the silicone backbone. Alkyl dimethicone enhances the compatibility with many organic based cosmetic oil ingredients, e.g. UV filter. The additi......
2019-12-16Waxes are a crucial tool for formulators, modifying skin-feel while also assisting in waterproofing and improving resistance to rub-off. While waxes can be natural or synthetic, butters are obtaine......
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