Skin Care Products That Do More: A Catalog of Solutions
Skin Care Products That Do More: A Catalog of Solutions
Skin Care Products That Do More: A Catalog of Solutions
Rheology modifiers/
Innovative solutions for a wide range
Texture builders . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
of applications
Film formers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Emollients\Skin conditioning
Product
Product name INCI name Product form Viscosity (cP) Application/Benefit
Type
POLYOX™ WSR-205
PEG-14M Water-Soluble Powder 4,500-88,000 (5% Aqueous Solution)
Water-Soluble Resin
POLYOX™ WSR-301
PEG-90M Water-Soluble Powder 1,650-5,500 (1% Aqueous Solution)
Water-Soluble Resin
POLYOX™ WSR-N-10
PEG-2M Water-Soluble Powder 12-50 (5% Aqueous Solution)
Water-Soluble Resin
Polyethylene Glycol
POLYOX™ WSR-N-80
PEG-5M Water-Soluble Powder 65-115 (5% Aqueous Solution) Provides slip and lubricious feel while
Water-Soluble Resin
boosting foam. Improves spreadability
for cleansing, shaving, skin care and sun
POLYOX™ WSR-N-750
PEG-7M Water-Soluble Powder 600-1,000 (5% Aqueous Solution) care products.
Water-Soluble Resin
POLYOX™ WSR-N-3000
PEG-14M Water-Soluble Powder 2,250-4,500 (5% Aqueous Solution)
Water-Soluble Resin
POLYOX™ WSR-N-12K
PEG-23M Water-Soluble Powder 400-800 (2% Aqueous Solution)
Water-Soluble Resin
POLYOX™ WSR-N-60K
PEG-45M Water-Soluble Powder 200-400 (2% Aqueous Solution)
Water-Soluble Resin
UCON™ 50-HB-660 PPG-12-Buteth-16 Liquid 120-130 Provides emolliency, solvency and slip in
body wash, skin lotions and toners, and
UCON™ 50-HB-3520 PPG-28-Buteth-35 Liquid 650-700 daily UV wear products.
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Formulation aids
Suitable for W/O and W/O+Si emulsions of low to medium polarity oil
DOWSIL™ 5200 Formulation Aid Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone 100 None 2.2 phase (e.g. mineral oil, ester oil) thanks to the presence of the alkyl
chain. Cold process.
Creates low to high viscosity W/O emulsions with a high oil phase
Lauryl PEG-10 Tris (Trimethylsiloxy) flexibility and high emulsification capability combined with light
DOWSIL™ ES-5300 Formulation Aid 100 None 3
Silylethyl Dimethicone sensory. Dispersing aid for micronized powder and pigments.
Low odor.
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Surfactants
Product
Product Name INCI Name Product Form Active (%) Application/Benefit
Type
Surfactants
Alkyl Glucoside
Product
Product Name INCI Name Product Form Viscosity (cSt) Application/Benefit
Type
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Sensory enhancers
Product Specific Gravity Refractive Index
Product Name INCI Name Flash Point (°C) Application/Benefit
Type at 25°C at 25°C
Sensory enhancers
Cyclohexasiloxane (and)
XIAMETER™ PMX-0246 Cyclohexasiloxane 0.96 1.399 93
Cyclopentasiloxane Low molecular weight volatile carriers that can be
used as transient detackifier. Good compatibility
Cyclopentasiloxane (and) with oil and alcohol. No skin residue nor cooling
XIAMETER™ PMX-0345 Cyclosiloxane Blend 0.96 1.398 74
Cyclohexasiloxane effect when formulated into skin care applications.
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid 0.65 cSt Disiloxane 0.76 1.375 -3 Can be formulated into clear and oil-free systems.
Improves spray pattern together with no stain and
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Silicone Fluid 1 cSt Trisiloxane 0.82 1.382 30 no sting in AP/Deo applications.
Volatile Fluids
DOWSIL™ FZ- 3196 Fluid Caprylyl Methicone 0.84 1.413 110 spreadability. Compatible with a broad range of oils.
Reduces greasiness and tackiness of other oils.
Good media for dispersing pigments.
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Fluid 5 cSt Dimethicone 0.915 1.397 134
Low Viscosity
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Fluid 100 cSt Dimethicone 0.965 1.402 > 326 Medium to high-molecular weight dimethicones
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Fluid 200 cSt Dimethicone 0.970 1.403 > 326 that provide emolliency, substantivity, lubrication,
slippery effect, de-soaping, conditioning, protection
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Fluid 350 cSt Dimethicone 0.970 1.404 > 326 and spreadability in skin and color cosmetic
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Fluid 500 cSt Dimethicone 0.970 1.404 > 326 applications.
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Fluid 1000 cSt Dimethicone 0.970 1.404 > 326
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Fluid 12,500 cSt Dimethicone 0.970 1.404 > 326
High Viscosity
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Fluid 60,000 cSt Dimethicone 0.970 1.404 > 326
XIAMETER™PMX-200 Fluid 300,000 cSt Dimethicone 0.970 1.404 > 326
XIAMETER™PMX-200 Fluid 500,000 cSt Dimethicone 0.970 1.403 321
These are typical properties, not to be construed as specifications.
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Product Specific Gravity Refractive Index
Product Name INCI Name Viscosity (cSt) Application/Benefit
Type at 25°C at 25°C
Sensory enhancers
High refractive index, smooth feel and good
DOWSIL™ 556 Cosmetic Grade Fluid Phenyltrimethicone 0.98 1.460 15-30 spreadability. Compatible with other organic
ingredients.
Compatible with vegetable and hydrocarbon oils,
organic sunscreens and esters. Wash-off resistant,
Silicone Fluids
Product
Product Name INCI Name Solid (%) Carrier Viscosity Application/Benefit
Type
Cyclopentasiloxane (and)
XIAMETER™ PMX-1411 Fluid 15 Cyclopentasiloxane 6,000 cSt
Dimethicone Delivers a film on the skin, imparting soft, velvety
skin feel. Enables long-lasting effects and is wash-
off resistant. Immediate drying. Soft and smooth
Cyclopentasiloxane (and) feel.
XIAMETER™ PMX-1501 Fluid 15 Cyclopentasiloxane 4,500-8,000 cSt
Dimethiconol
Gum in Volatile
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Product Average Particle
Product Name INCI Name Active (%) Preservatives Application/Benefit
Type Size
Sensory enhancers
DOWSIL™ 9506 Powder Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone 100 1-6 Microns NA Silicone elastomer powder capable of absorbing oils.
Crosspolymer Provides powdery, non-greasy smooth feel. High sebum
absorption. Oil phase thickener.
DOWSIL™ 9701 Cosmetic Powder Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone 100 1-10 Microns NA Free-flowing silicone elastomer powder with superior
Crosspolymer (and) Silica dispersion. Provides dry, silky powdery feel. Oil and
sebum absorption. Oil phase thickener.
Silicone Elastomers
Powder
DOWSIL™ EP-9215 Cosmetic Powder Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone 100 2-7 Microns NA Silicone elastomer powder providing silky and powdery
Crosspolymer skin feel. Sebum absorption.
DOWSIL™ EP-9289 LL Cosmetic Powder Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone 100 NT NA Silicone elastomer powder, combined with lauroyl lysine,
Crosspolymer (and) Lauroyl Lysine provides smoothness and a creamy skin feel. High sebum
absorption. Improves compaction of compact powder.
DOWSIL™ EP-9610 Cosmetic Powder Dimethicone Crosspolymer 100 1-8 microns NA Silicone elastomer powder providing superior softness,
elastomeric bouncing feel, oil/sebum absorption, matte
effect. Allow various textures.
DOWSIL™ PF-2520 Elastomer Emulsion Dimethicone (and) Dimethicone/ 65 1-10 Microns Chlorphenesin + Water-based suspension of silicone powder in silicone
pension
Sus-
Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer Phenoxyethanol fluid. Cold processing and ease of formulation. Very good
(and) PEG-20 Sorbitan Cocoate spreadability and rich feel.
DOWSIL™ 9045 Silicone Elastomer Blend Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Cyclopentasiloxane 12-12.75 350,000-550,000
Dimethicone Crosspolymer Provides a smooth and powdery feel to formulation and
a matte appearance to skin. Non balling. Shear thinning
DOWSIL™ 9048 Silicone Elastomer Blend Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Cyclopentasiloxane 12-12.75 350,000-550,000 oil phase thickener. Volatile carrier.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
DOWSIL™ EL-9080 Silicone Elastomer Blend Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Cyclopentasiloxane 12.25-13.75 250,000-50,000 Provides a smooth & powdery feel to formulation and a
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone matte appearance to skin. Non balling. Shear thinning
Crosspolymer oil phase thickener. Volatile carrier. High transparency.
Ideal for fragrance free formulation.
Silicone Elastomers
DOWSIL™ 9140 Silicone Elastomer Blend Dimethicone (and) Dimethicone Dimethicone (1.5 cSt) 13.25-14.75 350,000-575,000
Crosspolymer Provides a smooth and powdery feel to formulation and
Gel/Blend
DOWSIL™ 9041 Silicone Elastomer Blend Dimethicone (and) Dimethicone Dimethicone (5 cSt) NA 300,000-500,000
Crosspolymer Smooth, silky, non-greasy skin feel. Shear thinning oil
DOWSIL™ EL-9241 Silicone Elastomer Blend Dimethicone (and) Dimethicone Dimethicone (5 cSt) NA 300,000-500,000 phase thickener. Non-volatile carrier.
Crosspolymer
DOWSIL™ 9046 Silicone Elastomer Blend Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Cyclopentasiloxane 22.3-25.3 40,000-100,000 Semi-occlusive material with excellent spreadability and
Petrolatum (and) Dimethicone Petrolatum
low greasiness. USP-grade petrolatum.
Crosspolymer
DOWSIL™ FB-9586 Silicone Elastomer Blend Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Cyclopentasiloxane 40-50 30,000-70,000 Provides non-greasy, non-tacky, smooth, slippery,
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Dimethicone
powdery feel and matte appearance to the skin.
Crosspolymer (and) Dimethicone
DOWSIL™ 9546 Silicone Elastomer Blend Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Cyclopentasiloxane 15-16 250,000-450,000 Provides a dry, silky and non-greasy feel to formulations
Dimethicone Crosspolymer (and)
and a matte appearance to skin. Shear thinning oil
Dimethicone/Vinyldimethicone
phase thickener. Volatile carrier.
Crosspolymer (and) Dimethiconol
Sensory enhancers
Isododecane (and) Dimethicone
DOWSIL™ EL-8040 ID Silicone Organic Blend Isododecane 15.25-16.75 300,000-550,000 Elastomer feel delivered from a high-volatility
Crosspolymer
organic carrier. Improved non-transfer in color
Isododecane (and) Dimethicone cosmetic formulations.
DOWSIL™ EL-8048 ID Silicone Organic Blend Isododecane 13.50-16.50 200,000-400,000
Crosspolymer
Provides a dry, silky feel to formulations and matte
Isododecane (and) Dimethicone/
DOWSIL™ EL-8050 ID Silicone Organic appearance to the skin. Good compatibility with
Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Isododecane 14.25-15.75 350,000-575,000
Elastomer Blend organics oils including sunscreens. Improved non-
Crosspolymer
transfer in color cosmetic formulations.
Isodecyl Neopentanoate (and)
DOWSIL™ EL-8051 IN Silicone Organic Isodecyl Provides a smooth feel to formulations. Good
Silicone Elastomers
Isobutylparaben,
(and) Laureth-4 development with different silicone oils, gums
Butylparaben
and elastomers. Process equipment can be easily
Cyclopentasiloxane (and) cleaned with water.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer (and) Phenoxyethanol
DOWSIL™ 7-3118 EBAP HIP Emulsion 15 30,000
Dimethicone (and) Laureth-23 Potassium Sorbate
(and) Laureth-4
Dimethicone (and) Trisiloxane Phenoxyethanol,
DOWSIL™ 7-3120 VFAP HIP Emulsion 6 115,000
(and) Ceteth-10 (and) Laureth-4 Potassium Sorbate
Low-viscosity lotion that can be customized by
Cyclopentasiloxane (and) adding additional cosmetic ingredients via cold
Dimethiconol (and) Laureth-4 Phenoxyethanol, processing. Enhanced sensory attributes such as
DOWSIL™ CE 0101 Wipes Lotion 6 85
(and) Laureth-23 (and) Steareth-2 Ethylhexylglycerin improved smoothness and decreased greasiness
(and) Steareth-100 and tackiness versus commercial wipes. Excellent
cleansing properties.
These are typical properties, not to be construed as specifications.
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SPF boosters
Product Name INCI Name Product Form Solid (%) Application/Benefit
Particle Size
Water-dispersible silicone elastomer powder
DOWSIL™ EP-9801 Hydro Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone
provides wrinkle masking/soft focus, sebum
Cosmetic Powder crosspolymer (and) Butylene Glycol Powder 100 3-10 Microns NA NA
absorption, and mattifying effect together with a
(and) Silica
unique powdery feel.
Provides wrinkle masking/soft focus and sebum
DOWSIL™ VM-2270 Aerogel Fine
Silica Silylate Powder 100 5-15 Microns NA NA absorption. Allows polar to non-polar oils to be
Particles
thickened.
Phenoxyethanol,
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone
DOWSIL™ 9509 Silicone Elastomer Aqueous Chlorophenesin,
Crosspolymer (and) C12-14 63-68 D50<4 Microns 3-4.5
Suspension Suspension Methyl Paraben, Provides wrinkle masking/soft focus, sebum
Pareth-12
Benzoic Acid absorption and mattifying effect together with a
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone silky feel in O/W and hydrogel-type formulations.
DOWSIL™ PF-9510 Silicone Aqueous Chlorphenesin +
Crosspolymer (and) C12-14 63-68 D50<4 Microns 3-7.5
Elastomer Suspension Suspension Phenoxyethanol
Pareth-12
An organic solution that provides wrinkle
Ethylene/Octene Copolymer
Aqueous masking/soft focus, sebum absorption and
EcoSmooth™ OptiTouch and Ethylene/Sodium Acrylate 32-35 1-3 Microns Self Preserved 8.2-9.5
Suspension mattifying effect together with a velvety feel from
Copolymer
a water-based system.
Dimethicone (and) Dimethicone/
Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer Provides immediate masking of wrinkles, fine
DOWSIL™ 9576 Smooth Away Elastomer Gel in
(and) Dimethicone Crosspolymer 15-17 NA NA NA lines and pores in anhydrous formulations
Elastomer 1.5 cSt
(and) Beeswax (and) Silica (and) together with a unique texture and smooth feel.
Silica Silylate
These are typical properties, not to be construed as specifications.
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Rheology modifiers/texture builders
(and) Dimethicone (and) Thickening and emulsifying of water phase. Easy to use (no
ACULYN™ 2051 Rheology 1,500-4,000
Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Emulsion 26 neutralization, no heating). Gives smooth, non-greasy and non-oily
Modifier (30 rpm)
Trideceth-6 (and) PEG/PPG- formulations. Excellent to stabilize silicone-rich systems.
Silicone
18/18 Dimethicone
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium
Thickening and emulsifying of water phase. Ease of use (no
Acryloyldimethyl Taurate
ACULYN™ Siltouch Rheology 1,000-6,000 neutralization, no heating). Gives smooth, non-greasy and non-oily
Copolymer (and) Dimethicone Emulsion 27
Modifier (30 rpm) formulations. D4 and D5 is less than 0.1%. Excellent to stabilize
(and) Trideceth-6 (and) PEG/
silicone-rich systems.
PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
These are typical properties, not to be construed as specifications.
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Rheology modifiers/texture builders
Product
Type
Product Name INCI Name Product Form Formulation Viscosity (cP) Application/Benefit
CELLOSIZE™ Water-Dispersible
4,400-6,000 (at 1%, 30 rpm)
PCG-10 Thickener Powder
CELLOSIZE™ Water-Dispersible
80-125 (at 2%, 30 rpm)
QP-40 CGR Thickener Powder
CELLOSIZE™ Water-Dispersible
300-400 (at 2%, 60rpm)
QP-300 CGR Thickener Powder
CELLOSIZE™ Water-Dispersible
4,800-6,000 (2%, 30 rpm)
QP-4400-H CGR Thickener Powder Derived from cellulose, a renewable, natural material. Nonionic,
Hydroxyethyl Cellulose
CELLOSIZE™ Water-Dispersible efficient water-phase thickener for body washes and skin cleansers.
1,100-1,500 (at 1%, 30rpm)
QP-15000-H CGR Thickener Powder
CELLOSIZE™ Water-Dispersible
1,500-2,400 (at 1%, 30rpm)
QP-30000-H CGR Thickener Powder
Cellulose
CELLOSIZE™ Water-Dispersible
2,400-3,000 (at 1%, 30rpm)
QP-52000-H CGR Thickener Powder
CELLOSIZE™ Water-Dispersible
4,400-6,000 (at 1%, 30rpm)
QP-100M-H-CGR Thickener Powder
ETHOCEL™ 3-5 (5% Solution in 80%
Powder
STD 4 PRM Thickener Toluene/20% Ethanol at 25°C)
Multifunctional oil-soluble polymers specifically designed for color
ETHOCEL™ 6-8 (5% Solution in 80%
Fine Powder cosmetics. They also act as oil thickeners for high-oil-content body
STD 7 (FP) PRM Thickener Toluene/20% Ethanol at 25°C)
care formulations.
ETHOCEL™ 9-11 (5% Solution in 80%
Ethylcellulose Powder
STD 10 (FP) PRM Thickener Toluene/20% Ethanol at 25°C)
ETHOCEL™ 41-49 (5% Solution in 80%
Powder
STD 45 PRM Thickener Toluene/20% Ethanol at 25°C) High molecular weight grades having the ability to structure/thicken
ETHOCEL™ 90-110 (5% Solution in 80% the oil in addition to the film-forming properties.
Fine Powder
STD 100 (FP) PRM Thickener Toluene/20% Ethanol at 25°C)
Product
Type
Product Name INCI Name Product Form Melting Point (°C) Application/Benefit
Silicone wax that melts in contact with skin. Easily added to water
BIS-PEG-18 Methyl Ether
DOWSIL™ 2501 Cosmetic Wax Solid ~31 phase. Provides humectancy and moisturization. Reduces tackiness
Dimethyl Silane
and improves foam qualities in wash-off applications.
Semi-occlusive silicone wax that melts at body temperature and
Stearyl Dimethicone (and)
DOWSIL™ 2503 Cosmetic Wax Solid 28-35 provides moisturization. Good compatibility with organic oils. Improves
Octadecene
wash-off resistance in O/W sun care formulations.
Silicone Waxes
Silicone wax with a high melting point and is compatible with many
DOWSIL™ AMS-C30 Cosmetic C30-45 Alkyl Methicone (and)
Solid 73-77 non-polar cosmetic raw materials. Adds body to creams and lotions.
Wax C30-45 Olefin
Provides structural integrity to sticks. Acts as a moisturization agent.
Silicone wax that is compatible with organic ingredients and provides
Stearoxy Trimethylsilane (and)
DOWSIL™ 580 Wax Solid 36-56 lubricity, water-repellency, nonocclusive film and detackification
Stearyl Alcohol
benefits.
Provides long-lasting and nontransfer properties. Compatible with
DOWSIL™ SW-8005 C30 Resin C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl
Solid 63-71 organic waxes, esters, sunscreens, vegetable oils, hydrocarbon oils,
Wax Polypropylsilsesquioxane
D5, fragrance and silicones. Nontransfer.
These are typical properties, not to be construed as specifications.
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Film formers
Product
Product Name INCI Name Viscosity (cP) Carrier Solid (%) Application/Benefit
Type
An organic film former for sunscreens and color cosmetics.
EPITEX™ 66 Polymer Acrylate Copolymer 500 Water 43-46
Excellent water resistance, low cost in use.
Film formers
Acrylates Copolymer (and)
Hybrid film former delivered from water combining affordability of
Acrylates/
EPITEX™ 99 Polymer 500 Water 38-40 acrylic with excellent sebum resistance from silicone, delivering rub-
Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate
off and superior wash-off resistance together with comfort to wear.
Copolymer
Cyclopentasiloxane
DOWSIL™ FA 4001 Silicone (and) Acrylate/ Silicone acrylate copolymer that forms a long-lasting, hard film with
80-400 Cyclopentasiloxane 30
Acrylate Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate wash-off, friction and transfer resistance. Good oil compatibility.
Copolymer
Isododecane (and) Acrylate/ Silicone acrylate copolymer that forms a long-lasting, hard film with
DOWSIL™ FA 4002 ID Silicone
Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate 100-500 Isododecane 40 wash-off, friction and transfer resistance. Good oil compatibility.
Acrylate
Copolymer Provides protection against pollutants and tightens skin.
Acrylate
Dimethiconol Crosspolymer
Isododecane (and) Dispersion of resin gums in volatile carriers of different volatilities.
DOWSIL™ FC-5002 IDD Resin
Trimethylsiloxysilicate/ 114 Isododecane 40 Provides high sebum repellency, good friction resistance and
Gum
Dimethiconol Crosspolymer excellent film flexibility.
Dimethicone (and)
DOWSIL™ FC-5004 DM Resin
Trimethylsiloxysilicate/ 200 Dimethicone 1.5 cSt 35-45
Gum
Dimethiconol Crosspolymer
Solid resin that forms a semiflexible film. Provides wash-off, water
DOWSIL™ MQ-1640 Flake Trimethylsiloxysilicate (and)
NA NA 100 and sebum resistance and is comfortable to wear. Compatible with
Resin Polypropylsilsesquioxane
organic carriers. Tightens skin.
Silicone Resin
DOWSIL™ MQ-1600 Solid Solid resin that forms a hard film. Provides wash-off and sebum
Trimethylsiloxysilicate NA NA 100
Resin resistance. Compatible with organic carriers.
Dimethicone (and) Resin dispersion in non-volatile silicone carrier. Provides wash-off
DOWSIL™ 593 Fluid 400-1,000 Dimethicone 100 cSt 33
Trimethylsiloxysilicate resistance.
Cyclopentasiloxane (and)
DOWSIL™ RSN-749 Fluid 200-700 Cyclopentasiloxane 50 Resin dispersion in volatile silicone carrier. Long-lasting.
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
These are typical properties, not to be construed as specifications.
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Opacifiers
Product Name INCI Name Product Form Solid (%) Particle Size Ionicity Application/Benefit
Highly versatile opacifier for anionic surfactant-based
systems. Best performance in slightly acid to moderate pH
OPULYN™ 301 Opacifier Styrene/Acrylate Copolymer Emulsion 40 170 nm Anionic
range. Tolerates moderate levels of inorganic electrolytes.
Opacifiers
Foam boosters
Product Name INCI Name Product Form Viscosity (cP) Application/Benefit
METHOCEL™ 40-0100 PCG
Powder 10,000-6,500 (2% Aqueous Solution)
Functional Thickener
Foam boosters
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Humectants
Product Viscosity
Product Name INCI Name Physical Form Range Average (MW) Application/Benefit
Type at 100°C (cSt)
CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ PEG 300 PEG-6 Liquid 285-315 5.8
Humectants
CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ PEG 400 PEG-8 Liquid 380-420 7.3
CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ PEG 540 PEG-6 (and) PEG-32 Semi-Solid NA 15.8
Blend
Polyethylene Glycols
Used in creams and lotions due to their affinity for water, inert nature,
CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ PEG 600 PEG-12 Semi-Solid 570-630 10.8 and ability to solubilize active ingredients. The humectant effect
of PEGs increases the ability of these creams and lotions to retain
CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ PEG 1000 PEG-20 Semi-Solid 950-1,050 17.2
water while also imparting a conditioning effect on the treated skin
CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ PEG 1450 PEG-32 Solid 1,302-1,595 26.5 without producing the sensation of stickiness. The humectancy of
CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ PEGs also helps prevent creams and
CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ PEG 3350 PEG-75 Solid 3,015-3,685 90.8 lotions from drying out.
CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ PEG 4000 PEG-90 Solid 3,600-4,400 140.4
CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ PEG 4600 PEG-100 Solid 5,400-6,600 320
CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ PEG 8000 PEG-180 Solid 7,000-9,000 821.7
CARBOWAX™ SENTRY™ MPEG 350 PEG-6 Methyl Ether Liquid 335-365 3.9
Methoxypolyethylene
Used in creams and lotions due to their affinity for water, inert
nature, and ability to solubilize active ingredients. Humectant effect
of MPEGs increases the ability of these creams and lotions to retain
Glycols
Product
Product Name INCI Name Physical Form Average (MW) Application/Benefit
Type
Propylene Glycol USP/EP Propylene Glycol Liquid 76.1 Serves as an effective humectant to help prevent product drying,
and it can act as a freeze-point depressant in products like shaving
foams. Also can serve as a solvent and stabilizer for surfactants,
emulsions and sunscreens. Can be an effective carrier for flavors,
fragrances, preservatives and plant extracts. Aids in the formulation
of stable final products.
PURAGUARD™ Propylene Glycol Propylene Glycol Liquid 76.1 Used as a humectant, skin-conditioning agent and/or solvent. The
Glycols
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Chelating agents
Product Name INCI Name Product Form Assay (%) pH Application/Benefit
Provided as an aqueous solution of the tetrasodium salt
Chelating agents
VERSENE™ 100XL Chelating Agent Tetrasodium EDTA Liquid 38 Wt% as Na4EDTA 11-12 (1 Wt% Solution) of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid. Manufactured to high
purity specifications that are designed to limit impurities.
A dry, crystalline version of VERSENE™ 100 Chelating
99.0 Wt% as Na4EDTA • 4H2O
Crystalline Agent. It is useful in formulating dry products or where
VERSENE™ 220 Crystals Chelating Agent Tetrasodium EDTA 83.2 Wt% as Na4EDTA 10.5-11.5 (1 Wt% Solution)
Powder the total water content of a product must be kept to a
64.0 Wt% as H4EDTA
minimum.
A partially neutralized salt of EDTA, in dry form.
99.0 Wt% as Na2H2EDTA • 2H2O
VERSENE™ Na2 Crystals Chelating Agent is well suited
VERSENE™ Na2 Crystals Chelating Agent Disodium EDTA Powder 89.4% as Na2H2EDTA 4.3-4.7 (1 Wt% Solution)
for applications calling for neutral pH or mildly acidic
77.7 Wt% as H4EDTA
conditions, such as personal care products.
Pigment treatments
Pigment treatments
Product Name INCI Name Viscosity (cSt) Specific Gravity at 25°C Flash Point (°C) Active (%) Application/Benefit
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