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MIRASIL™ D-DMB

MIRASIL™ D-DMB is a blend of a high-molecular weight, very high-viscosity (15%) dimethicone gum in a low-viscosity dimethicone. It provides a wide range of benefits in skin care, sun care and hair care applications. Benefits Exceptional moisturized skin feel Water repellency Gloss enhancement Static reduction Substantivity Long lasting Features High molecular weight Easy to handle Applications Skin care - Imparts a unique, silky feel Sun care - Helps improve water-resistance properties and long-lasting effect Hair care - Confers antistatic and gloss effects and leaves hair with a very soft feel

Brand: MIRASIL (62 products)

INCI Name: Dimethicone

Functions: Anti-Static Agent, Moisturizing Agent

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Dry Feel, Easy To Handle, Gloss Enhancement, Hair Softening, Long Lasting, Moisturizing, Silky Feel, Smooth Feel, Static Reduction, Water Repellency

Synonyms: Dimethicone

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Silicones
Chemical Name
Polydimethylsiloxane
INCI Name
Dimethicone
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Anti-Static Agent,
Moisturizing Agent
CAS No.
9006-65-9
EC No.
618-433-4
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives
Hair Actives
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Conditioners & Emollients

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Dry Feel,
Easy To Handle,
Gloss Enhancement,
Hair Softening,
Long Lasting,
Moisturizing,
Silky Feel,
Smooth Feel,
Static Reduction,
Water Repellency
Labeling Claims
Clean at Sephora,
Credo Clean Standard,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Key Benefits

MIRASIL™ D-DMB offers exceptional moisturized skin feel and water repellence.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Color Cosmetics,
Sun Care
Application Format
Gel,
Leave On,
Lotions,
Rinse Off
Bath & Shower Applications
Shower Gels
Skin Care Applications
Moisturizers
Applications

In skin care applications, MIRASIL™ D-DMB will impart a smooth dry feel on the skin and can help to improve water-resistance properties and long lasting effect in sun care products.
Confers antistatic and gloss effects to hair and leaves the hair with a soft, silky feel.
Examples of uses: Sun Care, Color cosmetics, Shower gels, Moisturizing creams and lotions.

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Appearance
Clear liquid visibly free from suspended matter
Odor
None to Slight
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Colormax. 30Hazen-
Heavy Metals (Pb)max. 5ppm-
Silicone Content100%-
Identity (I.R. Spectrum)Conform--
D4 contentmax. 0.1%-
Refractive Index (at 25°C)1.3950 - 1.4010--
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)approx. 924kg/m3-
Viscosity (at 25°C)2100 - 4500mPa.s-
Solubility of MIRASIL™ D-DMB with Various Cosmetic Ingredients
Type of Material 1.9* 5:5 9:1
Water I I I
Hydrocarbons 1.9* 5:5 9:1
Mineral Oil      
Isohexadecane      
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene      
Isododecane      
Alcohols & Glycols 1.9* 5:5 9:1
Ethanol I I S
Glycerin I I I
Dipropylene Glycol I I I
Propylene Glycol I I I
Octyldodecanol I I I
Oils 1.9* 5:5 9:1
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil I I I
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil I I I
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil I I I
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil I I I
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil I I I
Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil I I I
Esters 1.9* 5:5 9:1
Isopropyl Myristate S S S
Isopropyl Palmitate S S S
C12-C15 Alkyl Benzoate I I S
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride I I S

* = 10% of MIRASIL D-DMB and 90% of tested material
S = Soluble
I = Completely or partially insoluble

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Drums,
Totes (IBC)
Packaging Information

MIRASIL™ D-DMB is available in

  • Drum of 180 KG (396.9 LB)
  • Tote bin of 900 KG (1984.5 LB)

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
36 months
Storage & Shelf Life

When stored in its original packaging:
MIRASIL™ D-DMB may be stored at temperatures between 2°C / 36°F and 40°C / 104°F for up to 36 months from its date of manufacturing.
Comply with the storage instructions and expiration date marked on the packaging. Beyond this date, Elkem Silicones no longer guarantees that the product meets the sales specifications.