Makes excellent emollients
for skin care applications. Leaves a light and greaseless
after feel.
DM 6
1-8%
Preferred by formulators for
use around the eyes in color cosmetics and other applications
due to its narrow silicone distribution and irritation
studies.
DM 10
3-5%
Low viscosity dimethicones
when formulating products with great lubricity without
greasiness
DM 20 – 30
3-5%
Same as above
MEDIUM
DM 50 – 100
1-5%
Excellent light lubricity
in skin applications. Can provide added gloss in hair care
products. Used to prevent whitening when spreading stearate
based cremes and lotions.
DM 200
1-100%
Standard lubricant viscosity
in intimate care products.
DM 300 – 350
1-5%
Standard lubricant viscosity
in intimate care products.
DM 500
1-3%
Adds shine in hair care applications.
DM 1,000
1-3%
Adds shine in hair care applications.
DM 3,000
1-3%
Adds shine in hair care applications.
DM 5,000 – 10,000
1-2%
Adds shine in hair care applications.
HIGH
DM 12,500 – 1,000,000
0.5-2%
Used to provide added gloss
and shine in hair care shampoos and shine treatments.