A mixture of high molecular weight silicone elastomers (dimethicone crosspolymer) in low viscosity dimethicone fluid for use in skin care, color cosmetics, sun care, antiperspirants and deodorants applications. INCI Name: Dimethicone (and) Dimethicone Crosspolymer.

Silicone is a family of polymers coming from the reaction between natural sand, methanol and chlorhydrique acid to obtain PolyDimethylSiloxane. Degradation of PDMS is a common process taking place in many different types of soils. It occurs through a unique combination of environmental degradation processes. Initial hydrolysis of PDMS is catalyzed by clay minerals, the principal component of soil.

From this PDMS we can produce a different type of silicone-based raw materials:

• Volatile or fluid linear silicone is used as solvent and gum for velvet sensoriality, by increasing the molecular weight
• Crosslinked polymer like elastomer for powdery and smooth touch & resin for wash-off resistance in sun care for example,
• Functionalized silicone to improve performance like make-up long-lasting, hair conditioning, texture and stability

Improving the performance of the cosmetic product allow reducing consumption by limiting
number of re-apply