Name: Dimethicone 350CST
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Dimethicone 350CST refers to a specific viscosity grade of dimethicone, which is a silicone-based polymer commonly used in cosmetic and personal care products. The "350CST" designation indicates the viscosity or thickness of the dimethicone.

Viscosity is a measure of a substance's resistance to flow. In the case of dimethicone, the higher the CST value, the thicker or more viscous the product. The "CST" stands for centistokes, which is the unit used to measure viscosity.

Dimethicone 350CST has a moderate viscosity, making it a versatile option for a wide range of applications. It has a relatively low viscosity compared to thicker grades like 5000CST or 10000CST, but it is still thicker than lower grades such as 100CST or 50CST.

In cosmetic and personal care products, dimethicone 350CST is primarily used as an emollient, providing a smooth and silky feel to the skin. It forms a protective barrier on the skin's surface, helping to prevent moisture loss and maintaining hydration. Dimethicone also helps to improve the spreadability and texture of products, making them easier to apply and enhancing their sensory properties.

Silicones improve the aesthetic of cosmetic preparations as well as their performance. By forming a breathable protective barrier on the skin, silicones help skin retain moisture, keep actives in place, and somewhat protect the skin from the environment.

They provide a silky smooth finish to topical creams and lotions and allow a product to have a light texture and non-greasy feel that spreads quickly and easily.

Dimethicone has occlusive characteristics, meaning it can seal in hydration and keep out external moisture and irritants by forming a water-resistant film on the skin. It forms a barrier on the skin that protects against transepidermal water loss (TEWL), which can lead to inflammatory conditions.

Despite it being occlusive, dimethicone is non-comedogenic and non-acnegenic. Because of these traits, it's commonly used in oil-free formulations to give long-lasting moisturisation without clogging the pores.

It acts as a skin protectant to outside moisture and irritants (like other ingredients) that can cause dermatitis.

The smooth and slightly mattified finish of dimethicone makes it a great ingredient to smooth on pre-makeup.

Typical use level 1-20% (up to 50% possible), add to oil phase of formulas or at the end of formula. Do not heat over 50°C (125°F).

CAS: 63148-62-9

INCI: Dimethicone

Appearance: Clear liquid, odorless

Solubility: Insoluble in water, partly soluble in alcohol, dispersible in oils & fats

Raw Material Source: Dimethyldichlorosilane and water

Animal Testing: Not animal tested