Silica Dimethyl Silylate

Description: Hydrophobic fumed silica that thickens oils and polyols and suspends particles in oils. Provides also thickening properties in the presence of polar solvents (e.g. dipropylene glycol, triethyl citrate or propylene carbonate). White, greyish odorless powder. Not soluble in water. Forms transparent gels in oils (e.g. mineral oil, castor oil, plant oils).

CAS: 68611-44-9

INCI Name: Silica dimethyl silylate

Properties: Thickens oil phases in emulsions and increases viscosity and gloss of various oils by forming oil-gels. It also can improve payoff in lipsticks, reduce pigment settling and reduces oil bleeding in lipsticks. In powder products (e.g. dry shampoos) it provides grip and can add volume to dry shampoo products.

Use: Add to oil phase of all emulsion types or just to oils to create oil-gels. Typical use level 0.1 - 30% (oil-gel formation usually occurs upon addition of 5-10%). For external use only.

Applications: Hair care products (e.g. dry shampoos), skin care products, color cosmetics e.g. makeup & powders.

Documents: SDS, Fact Sheet, Sample Recipe, Certificate of Analysis

Used in Commercial Products:

Baume de Rose		TNS Essential Serum		Ointment, Skin Protectant
Brand: By Terry		Brand: SkinMedica		Brand: Vaniply