Overview: Andisil® Cyclic Alternatives
Andisil® Cyclic and D5 alternatives are formulated to address the growing regulatory concerns about the environmental safety of cyclic containing ingredients including cyclopentasiloxane, commonly known as D5.
Andisil® Resin Blends for personal care are essential for longer wear, wash-off resistance and film-forming benefits in skin and hair care formulations.
| Product | INCI Name | Resin Content | Refractive Index | Viscosity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andisil® MQ 2350 | Dimethicone (and) Trimethylsiloxysilicate | 50 % | 1.406 | 80 cSt |
| *These properties are not intended to be used as specifications but only as suggested characteristics | ||||
- Creams
- Color Cosmetics
- Sun Care
Skin Care Applications
- Film Forming Properties
- Long Wear
- Lubrication
- Skin Protectant
- Suitable for Clear Formulations
- Transfer Resistance
- Wash Off Resistance
- Water Repellency
Benefits
- Styling Aids
Hair Care Applications
- Anti-Frizz
- Improves Texture
- Shine Enhancer
- Soft, Supple Feel
Benefits
Andisil® Silicone Emulsifiers can be used for a variety of systems including: W/O, O/W, W/Si and Si/W. They also provide a soft, silky feel to the end product.
| Product | INCI Name | HLB | Viscosity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andisil® SP 2318 | Dimethicone (and) PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone | 2.0 | 50 cSt | |
| Andisil® SP 2318C | Dimethicone (and) PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone (50% Concentrate) | 2.0 | 500 cSt | |
| *These properties are not intended to be used as specifications but only as suggested characteristics | ||||
- Antiperspirant / Deodorant
- Cleansers
- Creams
- Color Cosmetics
- Lotions
- Serums
- Sun Care
- Shaving
Skin Care Applications
- Emulsifiers
- Organic Compatibility
- Suitable for Clear Formulations
- Wetting Agent
Benefits
- Shampoo
- Conditioner (Rinse Off)
- Conditioner (Leave In)
- Styling Treatments
Hair Care Applications
- Dilution Stability
- Emulsifier
- Formaldehyde Free
- Improves Wet Combing
Benefits
Andisil® Gum Blends combine volatile siloxanes with high molecular weight gums providing excellent water resistance. They are recommended for anhydrous formulations.
| Product | INCI Name | Viscosity | Gum Content | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andisil® SF 2205 | Dimethicone (and) Dimethiconol | 3,000 cP | 15% | |
| Andisil® SF 2305 | Dimethicone (and) Dimethiconol | 3,000 cP | 15% | |
| Andisil® EM 2205 CG (Emulsion) | Dimethicone (and) Dimethiconol (and) Laureth-23 (and) Laureth-4 | 3,000 cP | 15% | |
| Andisil® EM 2305 CG (Emulsion) | Dimethicone (and) Dimethiconol (and) Laureth-23 (and) Laureth-4 | 3,000 cP | 15% | |
| *These properties are not intended to be used as specifications but only as suggested characteristics | ||||
- Cleansers
- Creams
- Color Cosmetics
- Lotions
- Serums
- Sun Care
Skin Care Applications
- Cushion
- Film Forming Propeties
- Organic Compatibility
- Skin Protectant
- Spreadability
- Suitable for Clear Formulations
- Wash off Resistance
- Water Solubility
Benefits
- Shampoo
- Conditioner (Leave In)
- Styling Treatments
Hair Care Applications
- Anti-Frizz
- Conditioning
- Ease of Formulation
- For Dry / Damaged Hair
- Improves Dry Combing
- Improves Wet Combing
- Improves Texture
- Low Residue/Light Build Up
- Soft/Supple Feel
Benefits
Andisil® Linear Siloxanes are volatile carriers that mimic the properties of cyclic siloxanes providing emolliency and water resistance to lotions and creams when used in skin care applications. They are also used as delivery agents for hair care actives; good for wet combing.
| Product | INCI Name | Viscosity | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andisil® SF 2 | Dimethicone | 2 cSt | ||
| Andisil® SF 3.5 | Dimethicone | 3.5 cSt | ||
| *These properties are not intended to be used as specifications but only as suggested characteristics | ||||
- Antiperspirant / Deodorant
- Cleansers
- Creams
- Color Cosmetics
- Lotions
- Serums
- Sun Care
Skin Care Applications
- Lubrication
- Spreadability
- Suitable for Clear Formulations
Benefits
- Shampoo
- Conditioner (Rinse Off)
- Conditioner (Leave In)
- Styling Treatments
Hair Care Applications
- Active Carrier
- Improves Wet Combing
