Dimethicone 500

Dimethicone 500

Medium viscosity silicone fluid designed to improve slip, spreadability, and silky sensory performance in cosmetic formulations.

INCI Name: Dimethicone

Appearance: Clear, colorless fluid

Solubility: Oil-soluble; compatible with silicones, esters, and many oil-based systems

Function: Slip enhancer, conditioning agent, skin feel modifier, protective film former

Dimethicone 500 is a versatile cosmetic silicone fluid used in skincare, haircare, makeup, and personal care formulations to create a smoother, softer, and less tacky finish. Its balanced viscosity offers excellent glide and conditioning without feeling excessively heavy or greasy.

Supplied as a cosmetic raw material for formulation use.

What It Does

Dimethicone 500 helps improve the sensory feel and application performance of cosmetic products by adding smooth glide, softness, and a silky finish. Compared to lighter silicone fluids, it provides more cushion and conditioning while still maintaining good spreadability and elegance.

Key Benefits

• Improves slip and spreadability.
• Helps reduce tackiness and drag.
• Creates a smooth, silky after-feel.
• Improves softness and shine in haircare products.
• Supports moisture retention with a lightweight protective film.
• Enhances overall formulation elegance and feel.

Typical Use Levels

• 0.5–2% — Light sensory enhancement
• 2–5% — Balanced conditioning and slip
• 5–10% — Richer smoothing and protective feel

How to Incorporate

• Add to the oil phase of emulsions.
• Blend into silicone-based or anhydrous systems.
• Can be combined with lighter silicones for customized sensory profiles.

Formulation Notes

• Compatible with many oils, esters, waxes, and silicone fluids.
• Useful for improving glide in creams, serums, and primers.
• Can help reduce powder drag in makeup systems.
• Provides a smoother, more premium finish in finished formulations.

Common Applications

• Lotions and creams
• Hair serums and conditioners
• Primers and makeup products
• Body care formulations
• Anhydrous cosmetic systems
• Silicone blends

Best used when formulators want smoother glide without the heavier feel of ultra-high viscosity silicones. Humans continue refining the science of “nice texture.”

Documents

• Certificate of Analysis (COA)
• Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Storage

• Store in a tightly sealed container.
• Protect from excessive heat and contamination.
• Keep away from direct sunlight.

Disclaimer

This material is supplied for cosmetic formulation use only. Users are responsible for evaluating compatibility, stability, and regulatory compliance within finished formulations.