Description
INCI name: PEG-12 Dimethicone
Silicone Surfactant RS-193 is polyglycol (ethylene/propylene oxide) modified polydimethylsiloxane and could provide unique surfactant properties, and lower surface tension as an ideal emulsifier of silicone oil and other oil-phase in personal care products. It has excellent water solubility, anti-static, smoothness feel, foaming-stable properties etc.
Technical Index
Property | Specification |
Appearance | Colorless to yellowish fluid |
Specific gravity(25℃) | 1.070-1.080 |
Refractive index(25℃) | 1.4500-1.4600 |
Viscosity(CST, 25℃) | 250-500 |
Cloud point(℃) | ≥80 |
Benefits and Features
Ø Non-irritating to skin
Ø Hydrophilic and humectants
Ø Anti-static and foaming-stable agent
Ø Polyether modified silicone
Ø Non-ionic silicone surfactant
Ø Excellent emulsifying and wetting activity
Applications
RS-193 is an ideal emulsifier of silicone fluids and other oil-phase in personal care products. It was used widely in facial lotion, hair styling spray, make-up and sun protect creams, etc.
Usage
RS-193 can be blended with filmable polymers such as PVP K-30, VA-64 in hair styling preparations. In facial lotion and cream, the common usage level is 1-3%.