Volatile Silicone Fluid

Volatile  silicone fluid mainly include cyclo silicone fluid and linear dimethicone with a viscosity of less than 5 cst. Cyclomethicone refers to a series of cyclic silicone compounds such as D4,D5,D6. Compared with water and ethanol, cyclopentasiloxane(D5) requires less energy to evaporate. Cyclomethicone with low heat of vaporization and low viscosity imparts a transient, non-greasy and non-cooling effect on skin.

The volatile silicone fluids have been mainly used in cosmetic products such as antiperspirants, deodorants, hair sprays, cleansing creams, skin creams, lotions and stick products, bath oils, sunscreens, shaving products and makeup products.