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MIRASIL™ DM 20 A2

MIRASIL™ DM 20 A2 is a low-viscosity, low molecular weight linear polydimethylsiloxane fluid. It provides a wide range of benefits for personal care applications. Benefits Smooth, light, soft and dry feel Enhanced spreadability and rub-out Improved slip Lubricity Frizz control Features Non-tacky Non-flammable Applications Skin care facial creams, body lotions and make-up removers Antiperspirants and deodorants Color cosmetic foundations, lipsticks and eye shadows Sun care creams and lotions Hair care leave-in conditioners and styling products

Brand: MIRASIL (62 products)

INCI Name: Dimethicone

Functions: Anti-Foaming Agent, Occlusive, Protective Agent, Softener

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

Synonyms: Dimethicone

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Silicones
Chemical Name
Polydimethylsiloxane
INCI Name
Dimethicone
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Anti-Foaming Agent,
Occlusive,
Protective Agent,
Softener
CAS No.
9006-65-9
EC No.
618-433-4
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives
Hair Actives
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants,
Sensory Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Compatibility,
Excellent Softness,
Good Dry Combing,
Good Wet Combing,
Imparts Lubricity,
Low Viscosity,
Non-Tacky,
Spreadability,
Sun Protection,
Volatile,
Waterproof
Labeling Claims
Clean at Sephora,
Credo Clean Standard,
Non-Flammable,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Key Benefits
  • Offers smooth, light, soft and dry feel.
  • Enhances spreadability and rub-out.
  • Improve slip.
  • Imparts lubricity.
  • Provides frizz control.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
AP/Deo,
Baby Care,
Bath & Shower,
Color Cosmetics,
Hair Care,
Nail Care,
Skin Care,
Sun Care,
Treatment Products
Application Format
Bar,
Creams,
Gel,
Leave On,
Lotions,
Ointments,
Powder,
Rinse Off,
Roll On,
Serum,
Spray,
Stick
AP/Deo Applications
Antiperspirants,
Deodorants
Baby Care Applications
Baby Lotion,
Baby Oil,
Baby Soap,
Baby Sunscreen,
Diaper Cream
Bath & Shower Applications
Body Wash
Color Cosmetic Applications
BB Creams,
Blush,
CC Cream,
Concealer,
Eye Liner,
Eye Shadow,
Eyebrow Enhancers,
Eyelash Glue,
Face Powder,
Foundation,
Lipstick
Hair Care Applications
Anti-Dandruff Products,
Anti-Hair Loss Products,
Detanglers
Skin Care Applications
After Shaves,
Anti-Aging Products,
Body Cream,
Body Firming Lotion,
Body Lotion,
Body Oil,
Face Cream,
Facial Cleanser,
Facial Moisturizer,
Foot Moisturizer,
Make Up Remover
Sun Care Applications
After Sun Products,
Baby Sunscreen
Treatment Product Applications
Anti-Dandruff Products,
Eczema Treatment
Recommended Use Levels
  • Skin Care: facial cream, body lotions, make-up removers. Recommended use levels: 5-10%.
  • Antiperspirants and Deodorants. Recommended use levels: 0.5-2%.
  • Color Cosmetics: foundations, lipsticks, eye shadows. . Recommended use levels: 1-10%.
  • Sun Care: creams and lotions. Recommended use levels: 1-10%.
  • Hair Care: leave-in conditioners and styling products. . Recommended use levels: 0.5-2%.

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Appearance
Colorless limpid liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
D4 Contentmax. 0.1%-
Heavy Metals (Pb)max. 5ppm-
D5 Contentmax. 0.1%-
Phenyl Compoundsmax. 0.2DO-
Acid Valuemax. 1µg/g-
Colormax. 0.1Hazen-
D6 Contentmax. 0.1%-
Fluorescence for Mineral Oilsmax. 0.1mg/kg-
Refractive Indexapprox. 1.400--
Specific Gravityapprox. 0.950g/cm3-
Viscosity (at 25°C)approx. 20mm2/s-
Solubility of MIRASIL™ DM 20 A2 with Various Cosmetic Ingredients
Type of Material 1/10* 1/1 10/1
Water I I I
Hydrocarbons 1/10* 1/1 10/1
Mineral oil I I I
Isododecane S S S
Alcohols & Glycols 1/10* 1/1 10/1
Ethanol I I I
Glycerol I I I
Propylene glycol I I I
Octyl dodecanol I I I
Dipropylene glycol I I I
Oils 1/10* 1/1 10/1
Jojoba oil I I I
Almond oil I I I
Castor oil I I I
Wheat germ oil I I I
Esters 1/10* 1/1 10/1
Isopropyl myristate S S S
Isopropyl palmitate S S S
C12-C15 Alkyl benzoate I I I
Caprylic triglycerides I I I
Silicones 1/10* 1/1 10/1
CM5 (Cyclopentasiloxane) S S S
C-DML (Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Dimethiconol) S S S
PTM (Phenyl Trimethicone) S S S
C-DMP (Cyclopentasiloxane(and) PEG/PPG 18/18 Dimethicone) S S S

* = 10% of MIRASIL DM 20 A2 and 90% of tested material

S = Soluble
I = Completely or partially insoluble

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Drums,
Totes (IBC)
Packaging Information

MIRASIL™ DM 20 A2 is available in

  • Drum of 190 KG (418.95 LB)
  • Tote bin of 950 KG (2094.75 LB)
  • Piece of 0.5 KG (1.1 LB)

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
24 months
Storage & Shelf Life

When stored in its original packaging:

MIRASIL™ DM 20 A2 may be stored at temperatures between -20°C / -4°F and 50°C / 122°F for up to 24 months from its date of manufacturing.