Dimethicone Crosspolymer (60,000 cSt)
Properties:
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60,000 cSt viscosity, low surface tension (21.4 mN/m)
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Linear non-reactive silicone
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Cosmetic safety limit:
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≤25% leave-on
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≤5% rinse-off
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Applications:
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Cosmetics:
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Skincare emollient (1–10%)
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Sunscreen water-resistance (5–15%)
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Hair conditioning (1–2%)
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Advanced materials:
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Dielectric layers for actuators & sensors
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Gas-selective membranes (20–500 μm thickness)
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Usage Guidelines:
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Store below 40°C
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Shelf life: 36 months
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Keep away from moisture
60K cSt Dimethicone Crosspolymer
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Provides a silky, velvety cosmetic feel
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Improves long-wear, transfer resistance, emulsion stability
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Used in foundations, lipsticks, hair gels, premium skincare
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Table: 60,000 cSt Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Parameter Details Chemical Structure 3D crosslinked network Texture / Sensory Light, silky, velvety, non-greasy Primary Function Film flexibility, sensory enhancement, stabilization Typical Applications Long-wear foundations, W/O emulsions, transfer-resistant lipsticks, hair gels Maximum Safe Use ≤25% (leave-on), ≤5% (rinse-off) Best Blending Partners Other silicones, esters Usage Rate Table — 60,000 cSt Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Industry Function Usage Rate Example Products Skincare W/O emulsion stabilizer ≤25% (leave-on) Long-wear foundations Hair Styling Flexible hold 3–8% Alcohol-free hair gels Color Cosmetics Pigment dispersion 2–4% Transfer-resistant lipsticks
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