Cyclopentasiloxane
| INCI name | Cyclopentasiloxane |
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| CAS number | 541-02-6 |
| EC number | 208-764-9 |
| Molecular formula | C10H30O5Si5 |
| Molecular weight | 370.77 g/mol |
| Synonyms | Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane, D5 |
| Function | Emollient, Solvent |
| Applications | Cosmetics |
| Product group | Cosmetic Ingredients |
| Subgroup | Silicones |
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Cyclopentasiloxane, CAS 541-02-6, is a raw material used as emollient, solvent in cosmetics applications. Supplied by ISF CHEM.
Cyclic siloxane (decamethylcyclopentasiloxane) used in cosmetics as a volatile silicone oil.
Cyclopentasiloxane
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Chemical Name: Cyclopentasiloxane
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Applications: Skin care products, hair care products, makeup products, deodorants, sun care products
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Recommended Usage Level: 1% - 10% (may vary depending on the formulation)
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Main Functions:
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In skin care products, it leaves a slippery feel on the skin, providing smoothness, and has moisturizing properties.
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In hair care products, it softens hair and adds shine. It also moisturizes and shapes hair without weighing it down.
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In makeup products, it is used as a base to make skin look smoother and to improve makeup longevity.
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In deodorants, it leaves a light feel on the skin and provides long-lasting protection.
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In sun care products, it provides comfortable application on the skin and helps maintain the skin's moisture balance.
This ingredient is widely used in skin care and hair care products, and is also preferred in makeup products to provide a smooth finish.
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