Functional Silicone

Functional silicone is an important category of materials used in personal care products. These materials are typically silicon-based and are designed to provide a range of beneficial properties to personal care formulations.

Some common types of functional silicone used in personal care include:

Dimethicone: a highly effective moisturizer that provides a smooth and silky feel to the skin.

Cyclomethicone: a volatile silicone that functions as a solvent and helps to improve the spreadability and texture of personal care products.

Dimethiconol: a silicone oil that provides a silky feel and improves the shine and glossiness of hair.

Silicone gums: highly viscous silicone materials that provide a thickening effect to personal care products.

Functional silicones are used in a wide range of personal care products, including lotions, creams, hair care products, and deodorants. They offer a variety of benefits such as improved texture, enhanced moisturization, and increased glossiness. Additionally, functional silicones are often used to help stabilize formulations and improve their shelf life.