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MIRASIL™ DM 500

MIRASIL™ DM 500 is a low-viscosity, low-molecular weight linear polydimethylsiloxane fluid. It can be used in combination with other ingredients to provide a wide range of benefits in anhydrous beauty care formulations and emulsions. Benefits Protecting effect Wet and dry combing Softness Shine Detackification Anti-whitening Protection Waterproof effect Features Mixes easily with emollients and emulsifiers Heat stable during oil in water emulsification process Applications Skin care Deodorants and antiperspirants Makeup removers, shaving lotions and shaving foams Sun care

Brand: MIRASIL (62 products)

INCI Name: Dimethicone

Functions: Anti-Foaming Agent, Anti-Tack Agent, Protective Agent, Softener, Water Repellent, Waterproofing Agent, Wetting Agent

Ingredient Origin: Synthetic

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

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Silanes,
Silicones
INCI Name
Dimethicone
Ingredient Origin
Synthetic
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Anti-Foaming Agent,
Anti-Tack Agent,
Protective Agent,
Softener,
Water Repellent,
Waterproofing Agent,
Wetting Agent
CAS No.
63148-62-9, 9006-65-9, 9016-00-6
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives
Hair Actives
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants,
Sensory Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Excellent Softness,
Good Dry Combing,
Good Wet Combing,
Low Viscosity,
Non-Tacky,
Shine & Radiance,
Skin Protection,
Soft Feel,
Sun Protection,
Waterproof
Labeling Claims
Clean at Sephora,
Credo Clean Standard,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Key Benefits
  • Wet/Dry combing
  • Softness
  • Shine
  • Detackification
  • Anti-whitening

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
Hair Care Applications
Anti-Dandruff Products,
Anti-Hair Loss Products,
Detanglers,
Shaving Foam,
Shaving Lotions
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,
Shaving Foam,
Shaving Lotion
Sun Care Applications
After Sun Products,
Baby Sunscreen,
Sunscreen Cream,
Sunscreen Lotion
Treatment Product Applications
Anti-Dandruff Products,
Eczema Treatment
Recommended Use Levels
  • Skin care: creams and lotions - recommended use levels 0.5–2% for a soft feel 5–10% for a protecting effect.
  • Deodorants and antiperspirants: recommended use levels 0.5–2% for detackification.
  • Make up removers, shaving lotions and shaving foams: recommended use levels 0.5 – 2%.
  • Sun products: protection and waterproof effect - recommended use levels 1-10%.
Instruction of use

MIRASIL DM 500 is generally used in combination with other ingredients to form beauty care products, either anhydrous formulations or emulsions. In emulsions, it is easy to mix with emollients and emulsifiers, oil phase, and heat stable during oil in water emulsification process.

Properties

Physical Form
Fluid,
Liquid
Odor
None to slight
Appearance
Limpid with no extraneous matter
Insoluble in
Water, Mineral oil, Vegetable oils, Propylene glycol, Isopropanol, Fatty acids, Glycerine, Ethanol (95%), Stearyl alcohol, Ethylene Glycol, Glycerol, Glycerol Monostearate, Petrolatum
Soluble in
Ethyl Acetate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Isopropyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Myrisate, Cyclomethicones, Lauryl alcohol, Ethyl ether, Butyl Acetate, Isopropyl ether
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Colormax. 30Hazen-
Heavy Metals (Pb)max. 5ppm-
Freezing Point-50°C-
Identity (I.R. Spectrum)Conform--
Acidity (in NaOH - 0.01N, For neutralization of 2g product)max. 0.15ml-
Turbiditymax. 4NTU-
Mineral Oils Content0.1mg/kg-
Volatile Matters (in 1g for 2h at 150°C)max. 0.3%-
Flash Point300°CClosed Cup
Phenyl compoundsmax. 0.2DO-
Refractive Index (at 25°C)1.403mN/m-
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)970kg/m3-
Surface Tension (at 25°C)21.1mN/m-
Viscosity (at 25°C)450 – 550mm2/s-

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Canada,
USA
Packaging Type
Drums
Regional Availability
  • Canada
  • Europe
  • North America
  • USA
Packaging Information

MIRASIL DM 500 is available in

  • Drum of 200 KG (441 LB)

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
36 months
Storage & Shelf Life

When stored in its original packaging:

MIRASIL™ DM 500 may be stored at temperatures between -20°C / -4°F and 50°C / 122°F for up to 36 months from its date of manufacturing.