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Dimethicone
Dimethicone which is also known as silicone oil is derived from silica. Also known as polydimethylsiloxane when it is available in its purest form. Dimethicone comes in multiple viscosities, and this variant has 350 centistokes of viscosity. It means that it has a moderate viscosity which helps it to protect the skin barrier. Dimethicone also possesses conditioning properties that make Dimethicone an effective cosmetic raw ingredient in hair and skin conditioners.
Dimethicone is used in various cosmetic formulas to reduce the final product's foaming properties. Dimethicone acts as a filming agent in different cosmetic formulations. Excessive use of this product might clog your pores and make them dry. Dimethicone is a non-biodegradable ingredient. You will need to check this ingredient's concentration level when used inskin caree and hair care applications. Dimethicone has a mild odor and easily dissolved in water.
Dimethicone Uses
- Prevent Diaper Rash and Skin Irritation: Dimethicone Mainly used to reduce skin irritation and can be used to heal diaper rashes and skin burns as well. Dimethicone exhibits emollient properties when used at limited concentration levels and can be used to make your skin soft and supple.
- Relieve Dry Skin: Dimethicone can also be used in creams and ointments that are used to treat scaly, dry, and itchy skin. Dimethicone is used to make the final products more malleable and enhance their spreadability, ultimately resulting in better performance of the cosmetic products.
- Lubricating Agent: Dimethicone is also used due to its lubricating properties as it makes solutions non-sticky. It is used to increase the shelf life of products, and Dimethicone also increases its water-repelling potential.
- Act as a Preservative: Dimethicone can also be utilized in cosmetic products for benefitting from its preservative properties. Dimethicone forms a protective film over your skin cells and protects them from pollutants and external toxins.
- Used in Cosmetics Products: Dimethicone used in cosmetic applications like lipsticks, lip balms. The water-repelling ability of Dimethicone ingredient makes it a good addition to these makeup products.
Dimethicone Benefits
You can use Dimethicone within the concentration levels of 0.5 to 3%.
Lubricating Agent
Dimethicone is also used due to its lubricating properties as it makes solutions non-sticky and unguent. Its water-repelling potential makes it an even better lubrication agent because it makes the formulation slippery, soft, and greasy. The low viscosity of this silicon fluid makes it an even better lubricant.Relieve Dry Skin
Silicon oil can also be used in creams and ointments that are used to treat scaly, dry, and itchy skin. Dimethicone is also used to make the final products more malleable and viscous in nature, which ultimately results in better performance of the cosmetic products.Treats Diaper Rash
Dimethicone is popularly used to reduce skin irritation and inflammation. It can also be used to heal diaper rashes and skin burns as well. This compound exhibits Humectants and active ingredients that prevent dryness and irritation in the skin. It is a non-volatile silicone oil so it is safe for babies as well.Emollient Skin
Emollient properties of DM 350 are used at limited concentration levels and to make the skin soft and supple. This silicon fluid can penetrate deep into the layers of the skin cells which makes the skin smoother and softer. It also locks the moisture into the skin making it even better at conditioning the skin and hair.High Viscosity
Linear siloxane has high viscosity which makes it better at water-resisting and spreadability function. This product also reduces surface tension of the formulation which makes the spreadability effect preferable over other chemical compounds. Another factor that makes it even better spreading is its potent lubricant property.Preservatives
Dimethicone can be utilized in cosmetic products for benefitting from its preservative properties as it naturally forms a protective film over your skin cells and shields them from pollutants, chemicals, and external toxins. PDMS is also used to increase the shelf life of products making it an even better conservatory product.Product Specifications
Product Name: | Dimethicone |
Raw Material Source: | Silica |
Manufacturing Process: | It is obtained from sand and quartz which are two types of silicas. |
Chemical Formula: | (C2H6OSi)n |
CAS Number: | 63148-62-9 |
IUPAC Name: | Poly(dimethylsiloxane) |
INCI Name: | Dimethicone |
Molecular Weight: | 236.53 g/mol |
Specific Gravity: | 0.97 g/ml |
Boiling Point: | 200 °C |
Flash Point: | 121 °C |
Odor: | Odorless |
PH Level: | 5.5–8.5 |
HLB Value: | 9 or 10 |
Color: | Colorless |
Grade Standard: | Industrial Grade |
Shelf Life: | 24 months |
Purity (%): | 99% |
Form: | Liquid |
Alternative Names: | dimethylpolysiloxane |
Solubility: | Dispersible in water |
Applications: | Creams, lotions, moisturizer, shampoos, conditioners, ointments, lipsticks. |
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CAUTION: Dimethicone is only meant for external applications. Avoid using it internally, and do not use it if you are suffering from any skin ailments.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: Are dimethicones bad for skin?
A: No, Dimethicone 350 has excellent emollient and lubricating properties which are good for the skin. It is made from non-volatile and non-irritating silicon which makes it even better for the skin.
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Q: Are DM 350 bad for hair?
A: Dimethicone is good for the hair as it conditions and nourishes the hair making them look soft and silky. It also has detangling properties which prevent breakage, frizziness, and split-ends.
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Q: Can dimethicone silicone clog pores?
A: No, Dimethicone does not clog the pores but it covers them so that the skin looks smoother and even.
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Q: Can dimethicone cause acne?
A: No, Dimethicone does not cause acne or breakouts but it effectively covers the breakout marks. It is extremely useful in treating oily skin and acne.
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Q: Can dimethicone irritate skin?
A: Dimethicone does not cause irritation or inflammation as it is made from non-irritant and non-volatile ingredients that are completely safe for the skin. DM 350 also reduces the redness and swelling.
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Q: Where to buy Dimethicone in bulk?
A: VedaOils is the leading manufacturer, supplier, and wholesaler of premium quality Dimethicone which is completely safe for the skin as well as hair. We offer all of our products at a discounted price so you can order them from our website.