2. common silicone oils added to cosmetics include:
polydimethylsiloxane—-good combability, mainly used in two-in-one hair conditioner and shampoo
——surface tension, high surface activity, easy to spread
——hydrophobic, forming a hydrophobic breathable protective film on the skin surface, used in cosmetics with high water resistance
polymethylphenylsiloxane—–good compatibility, mainly used in moisturizers and lipsticks
cyclodimethylsiloxane—-good volatility, mainly used in antiperspirants and lotions
polyethersiloxane copolymer—–self-emulsifying and hydrophilic, mainly used in conditioners and shampoos
it is added to a large number of cosmetics and has been proven to be non-corrosive, non-toxic and odorless and safe.
for more information click: iota 9109 cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone – cosmetic silicone manufacturer (personalcaresilicone.com)
