Cyclomethicone

Cyclomethicone

50g
$89.00
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Cyclomethicone

Cyclomethicone Functions & Applications

Cyclomethicone functions as a volatile silicone carrier in cosmetic formulation. It is used where a product needs spreading during application followed by evaporation of the carrier, rather than retention of a heavy oil phase. Relevant formats include makeup, skin creams, deodorant sticks and hair-care products. Its role can include distributing compatible cosmetic ingredients and modifying the feel of the applied formulation. Cyclomethicone is a family designation for cyclic dimethylsiloxanes, so the supplied composition matters when comparing products with different ring distributions. It should remain distinct from nonvolatile dimethicone and from silicone emulsifiers bearing polyether groups. The final formula determines evaporation behavior and sensory results; the broad ingredient name alone does not specify a drying time or a particular cyclic-siloxane composition.
Cyclomethicone

Cyclomethicone

RA2848
Qty50g
$89.00

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